NIKE, Inc. Global Sustainability Graduate Internship

Nike • Beaverton, OR

125d

About The Position

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team. NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game. At Nike, we're committed to a better tomorrow for all athletes. We understand that the future of the global economy can and must be fundamentally reimagined when the baton is passed to the next generation. The path before us is uncharted! This makes the work that much more exciting. We recognize that sustainability is not a compromise - it's a competitive advantage - and the future of sport depends on the future of our planet. The Global Sustainability team is committed to powering Nike's journey towards a Zero Carbon and Zero Waste future. In partnership with teams across the business, we are working to innovate and accelerate sustainable product solutions and circular business models, accelerate the transition to a net zero emissions future, eliminate waste and protect natural resources, and ensure the people who make and move our product are safe, valued and engaged. We do this by driving our enterprise mandate for sustainability and compliance across climate and environment, people and human rights, foundational expectations, marketplace and supply chain.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a MBA and/or Environmental Science graduate program with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or Spring 2027.
• At least 2 years of work experience required.
• 1 page Resume submission (PDF) and 1 page Cover Letter required for consideration (PDF).
• General sustainability skills/knowledge strongly preferred, including experience in corporate responsibility, climate, natural resources, circularity, and/or other related topics.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence teams in a highly matrixed organization.
• Strong project management, problem structuring and solving skills.
• Self-starter that is comfortable with ambiguity and has a bias for action.
• Ability to decipher themes, make decisions, and tell stories from large datasets.
• Experience presenting to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Clearly demonstrated passion for sustainability and Nike.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Social and Environmental Sustainability, Operations, Supply Chain, Analytics, Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Textiles, Finance, or Retail preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-priority, real business initiatives that align with the NIKE, Inc. strategic roadmap.
• Take ownership of a project that's been scoped to drive impact with guidance from senior leaders and experienced managers.
• Work across a range of stakeholders to embed sustainability into business, manufacturing, operations, and marketplace initiatives.
• Lead one or more projects that require critical and strategic thinking and problem solving to deliver insights.
• Develop strategies for sustainability initiatives, such as carbon offsets and post-consumer waste goals.

Benefits

• Generous total rewards package.
• Casual work environment.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance for the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree