Creating the future of sport inspires our work every single day. We’re always on the lookout for talented new students. Always learning, always improving. Curiosity keeps us growing both as a company and as individuals. Come test your strengths, broaden your skills, share your input, and pursue your passion with an internship at our North America headquarters. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Ability to support analyzing the sport, consumer, customer and market progression to ensure constant improvements/evaluation of the product category 
• Assist in managing the product process from clear briefs to range launch. 
• Collaborate with Design, Development, Go-To-Market team and Accounts to ensure optimal range and products 
• Assist with all computer related tasks (including applicable systems/applications) 
• Assist in creating ideal merchandising plans, by color roll-outs, launch dates, by channels, by accounts, showcased through retail floor plans. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams 
• Strong business acumen in channel distribution, net sales, margin, profit and inventory 
• Strong presentation and communication skills, written and verbal 
• Strong process and organization skills 
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and working with systems/applications 
• Knowledge of footwear/apparel concepts in construction and fabrication strongly preferred 
• Category specific understanding preferred 
• Prior knowledge of product creation or different stages of the product lifecycle preferred 
• Ability to think merchandising across channels and accounts while in the creation phase 
• Ability to work within a team environment 
• Ability to travel (domestic and international) 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a College/University 
• Anticipated graduation date is between December 2024 and August 2025 
• Eligible to work in the US without restrictions. 
• Available to participate in our full-time internship program from end of
  • We officially returned to office in a hybrid work environment, working 3 days in office and 2 days remote.  The working location of this position is Los Angeles, CA.  
  • Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English. 
  • Interns accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked and any paid holidays during the internship. 
  • The base pay for this position is $29/hour. 
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best.  We embrace DIVERSE backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that REFLECTS our consumers and communities. 

APPLICATION TASK | ADIDAS 1-PAGER 

On April 19, we launched Impossible Is Nothing, our biggest brand campaign. We are rebellious optimists driven by action to shape a better future together. We see the world with possibilities where others only see the impossible. 

Instead of a cover letter, please submit a 1-page PDF answering the following prompt: Show us who you are and what “impossible is nothing” means to you. This is your chance to think outside the box, show adidas your authentic self and what makes you passionate about joining the Brand. The only requirement is that the adidas 1-Pager is submitted as a PDF. It can be in any format such as print, visual, written, digital, a link, etc. 

2024 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW  

The Internship Program includes the following elements to round out the work you do with your team on a day-to-day basis:  

• Intern Orientation 
• Speaker Series with business leadership 
• Cross-Functional opportunity 
• Social Activities 
• Mentorship 
• Networking 

NOTE: The application for a 2024 internship will close on Monday, January 15th at 11:59pm PST. We will not accept any late applications. You will receive confirmation that your application has been received and we will communicate your status after the application closes in February. Thank you for your patience while we review your candidacy!