FOOTWEAR SPECIALIST SPORTS
footwear tailored for every sport like Tennis, Rugby, Cycling, Indoor, Volleyball, Hockey, Cricket and
Podium (Boxing, Wrestling, Weightlifting). You'll have the opportunity to become a part of our dynamic
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 products,
informed and inspired by athlete feedback and consumer insights. Close contact to the best athletes in
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 2.350,00€, compulsory internship 1.780,00€ (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 2026 – September 2026
- Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship
KEY FACTS
- Application Deadline: October 31st, 2025, 11:59 PM CET
- Start Date: March 1st, 2026
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)
NEXT STEPS
- 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.