Internship - Product Testing & Quality (m/f)

Job description

Country: Germany
Job Function: Global Operations

State / Province: Germany
Position Type: Intern

City / Location: Herzogenaurach
Brand: adidas

Relocation: No

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Want to practice what you've learned at university? Do you want to experience hands-on what your dream job is like? Are you a sports lover who's ready to work in an international environment and take responsibility for your own projects? Then welcome to adidas. This is an opportunity to join a truly international business with an environment that is often described as dynamic, innovative, and culturally diverse. If you share our love for sport and competition and have the drive to be number one in what you do, then consider this option to join our winning team!

We offer you a unique opportunity to be coached by experienced Product Testing and Quality professionals to gain an in-depth understanding of Product Testing Execution, Standard and Compliance.

YourTasks:

· Support execution of cross-functional global projects within our organization
· Project management tasks such as leading individual work streams / packages
· 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

Your Profile:

· An enrolled student throughout the entire internship period at an accredited university with emphasis on the areas of sports management or Textile Engineering
· High sports affinity and passion for adidas products, ideally textile background
· Good project management, interpersonal and communication skills with interest / ability to understand the bigger picture
· Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines
· Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite (esp. Power Point and Excel)
· Action-oriented and solution-minded team player collaborating with project team
· Self-motivated with a keen interest to learn
· Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)

Application Deadline: October 28, 2018

Start Dates:March 1st, 2019 or March 15th, 2019

Duration: 6 months
Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

Please apply in the same language as the job description and be aware that applications without a cover letter cannot be considered.

To apply, please visit our website: http://www.careers.adidas-group.com/

Make your move to the World of Sports. Check out: www.herzo.adidas-group.com