INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: PRODUCT TESTING & QUALITY Adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
We develop and execute cutting-edge laboratory testing for our footwear and apparel products worldwide. In doing so, our team works hand-in-hand with cross-functional areas such as Product or Material Development as well as various Sourcing departments to ensure every product meets the highest quality standards and delivers exceptional value to the consumer. This requires a strong collaborative mindset and the ability to build close partnerships with diverse stakeholders in order to gather meaningful product feedback and assess the performance of future innovations.
You’ll be mentored by quality experts, gaining deep insights into testing execution, industry standards, and compliance frameworks.
GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS
Support execution of cross-functional global projects within our organization
Support analysis and presentations to define project direction
Support development of processes, structures and frameworks that support the implementation of smart solutions to improve the status quo
Student of Textile Technology, Clothing Technology, Footwear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar
Fluent English language skills (written & spoken)
Strong MS Office skills
~ Good interpersonal and communication skills with interest / ability to drive projects by your own
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
International intern community and work environment
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)
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
Please apply in English.
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.