INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: FOOTWEAR DESIGN

adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions, and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.

*We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process

Applications to this opportunity are considered for all available intern roles within one of the following areas:

Footwear Design Lifestyle - focus on Color, Materials, and Product Design
Footwear Design Football
Footwear Design Running - focus on Color and Materials

As a Footwear Design Intern, you'll collaborate closely with a cross-functional team of designers, product

managers, and product developers. Together, we aim to develop top-tier performance and lifestyle products, informed and inspired by athlete feedback, consumer insights and culture trends.

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS

Support team in day-to-day tasks

Work with the design team to create (digital) design solutions of adidas footwear
Assist and observe the entire design phase from concept creation of final product
Gather relevant trend and consumer information for the product category
Creation of (digital) sketches and 3D models for footwear concepts
Assist the design team in the design of new footwear concepts for the relevant season supporting the creative phases: Brainstorm, Sketch and Render & Team Concepts
Support the Execution phase of the process: creating and delivering design / tech packs
Complete CAD revisions, color updates and technical packages

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH

Student of Product Design, Footwear Design, Sportswear Design, Industrial Design, 3D Design or similar
Fluent in English (written & spoken)
Fluent in Illustrator and Photoshop programs preferably on a Mac environment
Good knowledge in working with 3D programs is a plus (Blender, Rhino or similar) and for Innovation Design Strong 3D visualization abilities on different platforms
Strong storytelling abilities
Good sketching and renderings skills to communicate concepts and ideas
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams and handle multiple tasks

Previous Design experience is a plus
Previous 3D and CAD work experience is required for Innovation Design

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Employee discounts on products
Chances to attend and take part in on-campus events and sponsored adidas events/games
Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal
Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
International intern community and work environment
Regular development conversations as part of your role
Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25€/month) and many more sports facilities
Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health
Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible)
Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.470,00€, compulsory internship 1.930,00€ (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)

ELIGIBILITY

Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship 
Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations)
Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate)
Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2027 – August 2027
Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

KEY FACTS

Application Deadline: October 31st, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Start Date: March 1st, 2027
Duration: 6 months
Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

NEXT STEPS

To apply to the role, please submit your CV and your Design Portfolio. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know. 
Please apply in English.
If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a Design Task - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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