Color & Materials Design Internship

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: COLOR & MATERIAL DESIGN

Applications to this opportunity are considered for all available Color & Material Design intern roles, including but not limited to those described below:

• RUNNING

Working with a variety of base product types, finishes and establishing the connection among accessories, apparel and footwear, the color and material designer seeks storytelling and trend awareness with a pronounced interest in running culture.

• CREATIVE DIRECTION - SEASONAL COLOR

From conceptualizing the initial color palette to the final application and expression, we provide tailored color tools and governance to implement, align, and sustain the brand's creative vision across all platforms. Our expertise ensures cohesive and impactful visual communication, brand strength and brand presence.

• Support Color & Materials team in day-to-day tasks
• Assist the team in the design of new concepts, seasonal color palettes and toolboxes for the relevant season
• Translate research and insights into color ideas and concepts
• Explore color application and expression through digital and physical sampling
• Support in the creation of presentations and exhibitions – digital & physical
• Support in creating inspiring imagery and key looks
• Support organizing and engaging in creative workshops

• Student of Product Design, Industrial Design, Footwear Design, Textile Design or similar
• Fluent in English (written & spoken)
• Strong skills in Illustrator and Photoshop, InDesign programs preferably on a Mac environment
• 3D Design skills are a plus
• Strong storytelling abilities
• Good skills to communicate concepts and ideas
• Ability to work well in a team and in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams and handle multiple tasks

• 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 2025 – September 2025
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

• Employee discounts on products
• Chances to attend and take part in on-campus events and sponsored events/games
• Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and 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 2.098,00€, compulsory internship 1.590,00€ (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)