Adidas

The Programme

• Assist in the materials development process by supporting key functions related to material sourcing, selection, and quality assessment. 
• Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic global sourcing environment while contributing to the creation of innovative materials that align with marketing and design strategies. 
• Support the continuous improvement of internal processes and sustainability initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative and operational support for the materials development team. 
• Assist in gathering, organizing, and maintaining material data within internal databases and reporting tools. 
• Support material research, including trends, sustainability initiatives, and innovation strategies. 
• Help in coordinating communication between internal teams such as Design, Product Development, and Sourcing. 
• Work with Tier 2 suppliers under supervision to assist in material sampling and testing coordination. 
• Support documentation and tracking of materials testing results in compliance with adidas quality standards. 
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations related to materials selection, trends, and sustainability. 
• Participate in team meetings and learning opportunities to understand the end-to-end material development process.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Materials Development Team. 
• Sourcing and Quality Teams. 
• Design and Product Development Teams. 
• External Suppliers (Tier 2)

Required Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong interest in materials science, sustainability, or product development. 
• Basic understanding of material types and production processes is a plus. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Good communication and collaboration abilities. 
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Technology, or a related field. 
• Previous internship or academic project experience in materials, sustainability, or product development is a plus.

About Us:

Adidas AG is a German athletic apparel and footwear corporation headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany. 

It is the largest sportswear manufacturer in Europe, and the second largest in the world, after Nike.