Regional Footwear Merchandise Intern - KEEN Utility

KEEN Footwear • Portland, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Footwear Merchandise Intern will work onsite at KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon, for a 10-week internship. The intern will gain hands-on experience in footwear merchandising, seasonal assortment planning, sales and inventory analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with planning, product management, and sales teams. The role includes owning and driving an initiative project and presenting final recommendations to leadership.

The program is scheduled for June 14 through August 20. Interns must work 40 hours per week during standard Monday–Friday business hours and be available in the office five days per week. Compensation is $22 per hour.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Product Merchandising or a related field.
• Be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the junior, senior, or graduate level, or have recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Be a junior, senior, or graduate student working toward a degree in Product Development, Footwear or Apparel Design, Product Management, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Commit to the 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August and work 40 hours per week during a standard Monday–Friday work week.
• Be available to work onsite at the Portland headquarters five days per week.
• Plan no more than four total vacation days during the internship.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Be able to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail when preparing presentations, reports, and materials.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Be able to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Be able to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including using a computer for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for the outdoors, sustainability, footwear trends, and innovation.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity, initiative, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the merchandising team in planning and executing seasonal product assortments.
• Analyze weekly sales, inventory, and customer data to identify product and category opportunities.
• Assist in creating reports, presentations, and tools to support sell-in milestones.
• Conduct market, trend, and competitor research to inform merchandising recommendations and identify white-space opportunities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to support regional product needs, organize and manage samples, and support go-to-market milestones.
• Assist in planning and organizing regional go-to-market sell-in milestones.
• Maintain accurate product, pricing, and assortment information in relevant systems and tools.
• Participate in an internship project and present final recommendations to leadership.
• Learn to analyze sell-in and sell-through data and develop actionable next steps.
• Work across cross-functional teams in planning, product management, and sales.
• Own and drive a key initiative project to help shape the future of KEEN Footwear.

Benefits

• Product discounts.
• Subsidized cafeteria.
• Inspiring workspace.
• Hands-on experience on meaningful projects at a globally recognized brand.
• Collaborative work with talented teammates, including a group project with other interns.
• Networking opportunities with industry experts and mentors.
• Outdoor activities and access to Portland’s outdoor recreation setting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern