JOIN OUR PRODUCT MATERIALS CREATION DEVELOPMENT APPAREL / A&G TEAM
In our Materials Creation Development team we take care of various business categories, and we work very closely with our cross-functional partners such as design, costing, sourcing and the suppliers to develop seasonal newness in fabrics, trims and all over prints. The beauty of our jobs is that we are the experts in our area of expertise and support the team with our experience in the material development process. We love to challenge the status quo.

 

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS  

Get to know and support the responsibilities of an apparel materials developer at adidas Assist the material development team in daily business such as developing new material with our suppliers, researching on new and existing materials technologies, preparing of material presentations, but as well with administrative tasks like creating material boards, maintaining the fabric library, etc. Support the materials development team on current projects and own individual projects as assigned Support innovation projects and initiatives in the area of sustainable materials

 

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH 

Student of Textile Engineering, Textile Management, Textile Technology, Materials or similar Fluent English language skills (written & spoken) Strong MS office skills Ideally knowledge of graphic programs such as Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator Good textile technology skills; basic understanding of materials and costing Interest in sustainability Highly motivated team player who enjoys working in an international team Attention to details

 

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 2.167,00€, compulsory internship 1.650,00€ (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 September 2025 – March 2026  Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship 

 

KEY FACTS 

Application Deadline: March 15th, 2025, 11:59 PM CET  Start Date: September 1st, 2025 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 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.