2024 Us Undergraduate Internship - Footwear Design, Golf, Carlsbad

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 Global Strategy and Programs team supporting Supply Chain Management. 

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: 

In this role, you will utilize your skills to support design leadership in creating industry leading and commercial solutions, working collaboratively between Design, Development and Product Marketing. You'll present design concepts and produce presentation materials in conjunction with the Creative Director, Design Director and Category teams. As a designer, you will also assist in the creation of technical drawings, renderings, CADs and graphic art work 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Assist in the creation of footwear tech packs, CADs, trend boards, and related assets  
• Assist in the preparation of seasonal concept reviews and key milestone check points   
• Ability to effectively contribute towards multiple priority projects proactively 
• Be at the forefront of design and market trends and be innovative in their application 
• Build strong collaborative relationships with our Design, Development and Product Marketing 
• Learn and grow towards achieving a functional understanding of Footwear Design and product creation 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Take direction from Design leads to create seasonal design stories, solutions and related assets 
• Assist in creating professional presentations and effectively present information to large groups 
• High level of talent, creativity and determination 
• Strong market and consumer trend knowledge 
• A passion for Sport/Golf and an affinity for creating product experiences that make athlete’s lives better. 
• Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Substance) 
• Knowledge and use of 3D computer design software is welcomed (Rhino, Gravity Sketch) 
• Work within the development calendars to ensure timely sample delivery 
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor degree (B.A.) from a college or university, majoring in Design, Industrial Design 
• 1-2 years of practical experience in design environment (Footwear/Apparel/Accessories – or industrial design, fashion design or similar design related areas) 
• Anticipated graduation date is Winter 2024 or Spring 2025 
• Eligible to work in the US without restrictions. 
• Available to participate in our full-time internship program from end of May/June to August 2024 
  • 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 Carlsbad, 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, 2021 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! 

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