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Step into the dynamic world of sports with a internship in our Product Management teams at our Headquarter in Herzogenaurach! Applicants are considered for the available Product Management intern roles in our global HQ.
If you are interested in finding out, how we plan and execute market relevant product ranges in close cooperation with cross-functional teams and strive for constant innovative product newness, exciting and engaging the consumer with our products, then this is the right opportunity for you!
Your collaborative spirit will shine as you build cross-functional relationships. Take the opportunity to have an impact through improvement suggestions and enthusiasm for innovative ideas!
Whether you're supporting the preparation of range directions, dive deep into the product creation process or support consumer, market and retailer insights, your role will be integral in shaping the success of our brand in the dynamic world of sports.
Join us in driving excellence and innovation from concept to consumer!
GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS
- Assist the Product Management team in preparing the range direction
- Understand and execute the product creation process according to calendar timelines, from product brief to the final product
- Work within a cross-functional team to enable a smooth product creation process with an optimum product outcome
- Engage in competitor benchmarking: store checks, online research, trend analysis and analyze range performance
- Build knowledge to be able to maintain product information systems according to process timelines
- Experience market, consumer and retailer needs to be able to create industry leading products
- Help to prepare range presentations
- Support sample management
- Support in preparation of Merchandising overviews and meetings
- Execute given projects within a discussed frame
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH
- Student of Business Administration, International Business, Design, Product Management / Developement or similar with a focus on Marketing /Textile/Fashion/Sports
- Fluent in English (written & spoken)
- Strong MS Office skills
- Strong interest & passion for Sport or Lifestyle & Fashion
- Project Management skills and / or ability to work on multiple tasks and project streams at the same time
- Work collaboratively with multiple colleagues and stakeholders
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 15th, 2025, 11:59 PM CET
- Start Date: March 1st, 2026
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)
NEXT STEPS
- To apply to the role, please submit your CV. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know.
- Please apply in the same language as the job description
- If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a video interview - 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.