Internship – Apparel Design (M/F/D)

Main Duties

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS  

• Support team in day to day tasks
• Assist the design team in the design of new graphic concepts for the relevant season
• Work with the graphic design team to create visual solutions for different products
• Complete CAD revisions, color updates and industry standard technical documents
• Gather relevant trend and consumer information for our product range
• Research on trends, colors and materials
• Creation of graphic stories
• Assist and observe the entire design phase from concept creation of final designs

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH 

• Student of Student of Graphic Design or similar with a focus towards Product related graphics
• Fluent in English (written & spoken)
• Fluent in Illustrator and Photoshop programs preferably in a Mac environment
• Experience in working with 3D programs is a plus (CLO3D or similar)
• 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

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 2.098,00€, compulsory internship 1.590,00€ (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 September 2024 – March 2025
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

KEY FACTS 

• Application Deadline: March 15th, 2024, 11:59 PM CET
• Start Date: September 16th, 2024
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

What will the internship offer the student and what will they learn while they are with you? E.g. skills they could learn/develop and experience they could gain.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: APPAREL DESIGN

Applications to this opportunity are considered for all available Apparel Design intern roles, including but not limited to those described below:

SPORTSWEAR MEN

• We are the Sportswear Men’s Apparel Design team, and we are creating amazing modern and contemporary lifestyle products inspired by sports. If you are joining our team, you would be working closely together with the Design, Marketing and Product development team and get to know the dynamic of the product creation and design process. You would be part of our team for one complete Design season and have the opportunity to contribute to shaping the brand identity of the newly launched adidas Sportswear label.

TRAINING WOMEN

• Within Women’s Training, we are committed to helping our female consumer feel her best and achieve her fitness goals during HIIT, Yoga and Strength workouts. We work collaboratively as a cross-functional team with Product Managers, Developers and Pattern Makers to create the best product for our athletes and consumers. We enjoy combining our own personal gym experiences with insights gained from social media and athletes to create the most desirable products for her. In addition to the training apparel team, there is also the Center of Excellence design team who are dedicated to creating product excellence within bras and leggings.

ORIGINALS MEN

• The Originals menswear team is small dynamic team that is delivering product to a global audience. We make lifestyle product that draws on inspiration from Music, Fashion, Travel, Sport and our Heritage from previous eras which is a shared passion within the team.

RUNNING

• Apparel Design Team focusing on creating apparel for the best runners of the World! We want to support our Athletes on their journey to success- from major marathons & world champs all the way until the Olympics. Everything we create is based on the findings from science and innovation – from progressive materials, fast Fits- to modern and futuristic garment – making technologies. Next to the athletes we also focus on creating cool, versatile, and comfy clothes for everyday runners. We want to equip every runner with stylish functional separates. If you are a running enthusiast- you´ll love this Team!

Y-3

• Y-3 is the brainchild of legendary Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto and the sportswear giant Adidas. Established in 2002, our brand brings together the best of both worlds, redefining sportswear and high fashion. We’re not just designing clothes; we’re crafting a lifestyle that seamlessly merges functionality with high-end aesthetics. As a Y-3 Product Design Intern, you’ll become an essential part of our team, contributing to the creation of cutting-edge fashion pieces that transcend boundaries. You’ll have the opportunity to work across various product categories, including Apparel Design, graphic design, and color and material expertise. At Y-3, we don’t just follow trends; we set them. Our focus is on pushing the envelope of design and style, ensuring that each piece reflects our dedication to the fusion of Yohji Yamamoto’s avantgarde vision and adidas innovation. We’re redefining fashion one collection at a time, and as an intern, you’ll be right at the heart of this creative revolution.