JOIN OUR SALES TEAM:
With sport playing a growing role in people’s lives, we operate in a highly attractive industry.Leveraging our deep consumer understanding and the authenticity of the adidas brand, we continuously push boundaries in products, experiences, and services — guided by a strategy that taps into long-term positive trends.
‘Own the Game’ is our strategy that guides us through to 2026 – a plan rooted in sport.
Sport is adidas’ past, present, and future.
Our purpose: Through sport, we have the power to change lives
Why Join Us? An internship at adidas is more than just a learning opportunity — it’s a chance to live your passion, contribute to a global brand, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
We currently offer an exciting internship opportunitiy in our sales department in Madrid, where you will learn alongside passionate professionals, gaining hands-on experience in how we grow our brand, serve our partners, and connect with consumers.
Strategic Accounts Team : provide support to the Sales teams of our key retail partners to maximize sales and market share, oversee the execution of strategic projects, and ensure the adidas brand shines and is prominently represented across both online and brick-and-mortar channels.
GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS
- Learning side-by-side with your mentor and the wider sales team, you’ll dive into real business challenges and contribute to meaningful projects. Your journey will include:
- Strategic analysis & reporting: assist in gathering and analyzing sales data, conducting market and competitor research, and helping prepare reports that support decision-making.
- Client & partner engagement: Contribute to account planning processes, help prepare presentations and observe how we build strong relationships with key partners and digital marketplaces.
- Merchandising & product knowledge: Learn about our product ranges and support the creation of assortments and seasonal segmentation overviews.
- Operational excellence: support day-to-day coordination tasks such as managing product data, assisting with orderbook tracking, or helping with store and digital operations—depending on your team’s focus.
- Project & Initiative support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams on specific projects, helping with planning, follow-up, and execution while learning how global teams align and deliver.
- Whether your passion lies in data, strategy, negotiation or analysis, this internship will empower you to grow, learn, and make a real impact in a global sportswear leader.
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH
- Student of Economics, Business Management or any related field preferred
- Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
- Comfortable using MS Office and digital collaboration tools.
- Strong communicator, empathetic, and able to build relationships easily.
- Organized and capable of managing multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- A team player who also works well independently.
- Action oriented, curious and open-minded
- Motivated to grow professionally and contribute to a fast-paced international environment.
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH
- Student of Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
- Comfortable using MS Office and digital collaboration tools.
- Strong communication skills, team player, interest in communication trends and new media platforms.
- Organized and capable of managing multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- A team player who also works well independently.
- Motivated to grow professionally and contribute to a fast-paced international environment.
- Passion for Sports, especially Football, and Lifestyle
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- A real-life learning experience in a dynamic environment.
- Structured development: 360° onboarding, LinkedIn Learning, adidas Learning Portal, and hands-on learning.
- A tutor and a buddy to guide and support you throughout your journey.
- Regular feedback and development conversations.
- Mentorship & networking opportunities across the business.
- Diverse and international intern community.
- Access to exclusive adidas events and on-campus activities.
- DE&I initiatives: take part in meaningful actions such as International Women’s Day, Pride, and ongoing projects led by our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- Wellbeing programs focused on sports and mental health.
- Modern workspace with canteen, cafés, reflection rooms, and free gym classes.
- Flexible setup, including 1 day of remote work per week, once you are properly onboarded and aligned with your team’s rhythm.
- Discounts on adidas products.
- Monthly internship allowance: €1,100 gross
ELIGIBILITY
- To qualify for an internship with us, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized university for the entire duration of the internship, or be in a gap year between completing a bachelor's degree and starting a master's program or be eligible for an end-of-studies internship, meaning you expect to complete your bachelor's or master's degree within the next 12 months.
- Be available full-time from January 15th to July 14th, 2026.
- Be willing and able to relocate to Madrid, Spain for the full duration of the internship.
KEY FACTS
- Application Deadline: September 15th 2025 11:59 PM CEST.
- Start Date: January 15th 2026.
- Duration: 6 months.
- Location: Madrid.
NEXT STEPS:
- Please apply in English, as this is the language of the job description.
- Submit your CV to apply.
- No need for a motivation letter — but if you want to show us what makes you passionate about joining the brand and this role, we’d love to hear it!
- If we think there’s a match, you’ll be invited to a video interview — and don’t worry, we’ll guide you through it.
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.