Fit Team Intern

KEEN Footwear•Portland, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fit Team Intern supports the Fit Testing operation for KEEN’s Product Engineering team. The role provides hands-on exposure to footwear engineering throughout the product creation process, from early development through commercialization, and supports problem-solving across footwear types and constructions. Work includes fit testing and analysis, technical shoe teardown, feet and sizing, comfort, and the factors that contribute to shoe fit and quality in mass production. The intern collaborates with Product Development, Operations, and teams across the company. The position is a 10-week, onsite internship at KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The program runs Monday, June 14th through Friday, August 20th. Interns must be available to work 40 hours per week during normal hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and may plan no more than four total vacation days during the internship. Occasional travel in and around the greater Portland area may be required to support activations. The internship offers hands-on project experience, collaboration with teammates and other KEENterns, networking with industry experts and mentors, product discounts, access to a subsidized cafeteria, and an inspiring workspace.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Footwear, Product Development/Engineering, or a related field.
Must be an enrolled student at an accredited college or university at the junior, senior, or graduate level, or a recent graduate of an accredited college or university.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Must commit to the 10-week internship program and work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, onsite five days per week.
Must plan no more than four total vacation days during the internship.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Illustrator.
Ability to create visually clear diagrams and report findings using words, shapes, lines, charts, and photos.
Curiosity about footwear quality, motivation to work hands-on with product, and interest in product creation.
Understanding of measurement principles and geometry, with the ability to measure using calipers, rulers or tape measures, and other measurement tools.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail in preparing presentations, reports, and materials.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including using a computer for extended periods.
The role may involve pushing, pulling, and lifting heavy boxes.

Nice To Haves

Advanced ability with PowerPoint and Illustrator.
Passion for outdoor activities, sustainability, footwear trends, or innovation.
Creative mindset, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
Proactive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

Provide cross-functional support to the KEEN Fit Testing operation.
Enter data, track samples, generate reports in Centric, and manage necessary administrative tools.
Conduct on-foot fit testing.
Measure footwear and fit testers’ feet.
Review product specification measurements for quality execution.
Photograph footwear.
Compile fit test findings into Centric fit test reports and share results with Product Development for next steps.
Organize samples.
Work collaboratively with Product Development, Operations, and teams across the company.
Support activations through occasional travel in and around the greater Portland area.