HUMAN RESOURCES INTERNSHIP 2026

We strive to be the world’s leading sports brand and we’re looking for pioneers and visionaries to help shape that journey. Sport never stands still and neither do we.

At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're stepping into a role where your impact is global and your individuality is celebrated. Champions aren’t only found on the field. Join a brand where ambition, resilience, and teamwork fuel everything that we do.

We seek people who connect deeply with our brand and bring their passion to work every single day.

To be considered as our next adidas Intern for 2026 - we'll need you to be enrolled as a full-time student with one year remaining after the internship, available from September 2026 to September 2027, and based in or willing to relocate to Manchester for the duration.

Location | Manchester

You’ll be joining our Stockport Head office, a vibrant hub featuring 18 showrooms, a dedicated Conference Centre and a staff Wellness Hub. You’ll have access to a state-of-the-art gym equipped with Peloton bikes and every piece of kit you could imagine. Plus, an indoor astroturf pitch, a padel court, chat boxes and inspiring creative spaces. Our Stockport team consists of over 350 adidas employees, working across, Brand Marketing, Commercial and Business support functions.

What you’ll do:

The difference you will make:

Human Resources manages the employee lifecycle throughout the organisation from candidate experience and onboarding to leadership. The function strives to create and facilitate moments that matter at key career touchpoints to ensure an impactful and consistent employee experience. 

A day in the life:

• Contribute to impactful HR projects and initiatives.
• Analyse and report data to inform decision-making.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
• Drive employee engagement activities that enhance workplace culture.
• Maintain compliance with policies and internal controls.

Do you have what it takes?

Our roles are highly competitive and we’re proud to invite only the industry’s top talent to interview. Please review the criteria below and apply if you bring the following qualities.

• A strong passion for our brand and products is essential.
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to sensitively handle confidential information

Life at adidas:

We operate a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and the flexibility to work from home on the other 2 days. Beyond this, we offer a range of flexible working policies to support your circumstances whether that’s childcare, dependants, or other life commitments.

What we’ll do for you:

Alongside a competitive salary we offer:

• A leading pension scheme
• Generous employee discount and sample sales
• World-class gym facilities including a padel court and indoor football pitch
• Access to a wide variety of gym classes such as weight training, yoga, pilates, spin and padel coaching as well as both men and women’s 5-aside football
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Onsite Wellness Centre offering appointments with a variety of health professionals
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Access to educational resources to support development
• Regular opportunities to win tickets to sport and music events

Eligibility:

• Enrolled as a full-time student for the complete duration of the internship.   
• Candidates in the penultimate year of Bachelor's degree study (following the internship, students should have a maximum of one year to graduate).

• Available for the full duration of the internship – September 2026-September 2027

• Local to Manchester office or ability to relocate for the full duration of the internship.  

If your application is successful, you’ll be invited to show us your creative side by creating a short TikTok or video of your choice. This helps us get to know your personality, passion, and creativity before our Talent Days. If you’d prefer not to submit a video, just reach out to your recruitment partner, we’ll be happy to offer an alternative option.

We’re committed to ensuring everyone feels welcome throughout the application and interview process. If you require any adjustments, simply let your recruitment partner know and they will be glad to support you.