Footwear Developer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sports Management, Movement Science, or a related field.
• Must be or have been enrolled at an accredited college or university at the junior, senior, or graduate level.
• Must 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 the standard Monday–Friday work week.
• Be available to work on-site in the office five days per week during normal working hours, listed as Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• 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, and enthusiasm for learning and taking initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product-criteria data integrity by administering updates in the Centric footwear database system.
• Communicate footwear technical packages and drive calendar-based objectives through prototype phases of the Go To Market calendar.
• Document and deliver cost-based scenarios by breaking down cost information to support product-development decisions and achieve cost goals.
• Work alongside lead footwear developers and product managers to execute prototypes according to calendar expectations.
• Communicate and collaborate with the extended footwear team and factory partners.

Benefits

• Product discounts
• Subsidized cafeteria
• Meaningful hands-on work on real-world projects
• Collaborative work environment and group project with other interns
• Networking opportunities with industry experts and mentors
• Inspiring workspace