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.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
Technical Design Interns will be assigned to a Category or Division and work under the direction of a Sr. Tech Developer or Manager. They will assist the team in the fit and construction from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles to lead to on time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, sustainability, performance, and profitability goals. Interns will assist in the creation and revision of the Tech Pack for assigned styles; ensuring all appropriate development documentation is maintained including product specs and prototype notes. They will assist in the execution fit and construction standards for a category or product group to ensure consistency. Interns will also track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identifying and addressing key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and planning accordingly to deliver proven and tested product.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As a Technical Design Intern, you will be responsible for scheduling fit models and attending fit sessions to take notes as needed. You will receive, track, and manage samples, as well as organize and maintain the sample closet to ensure efficiency. Ordering samples—including wear test and size set garments—will be part of your duties, utilizing various formats to meet project needs. You will help build toolboxes for cross-categorical standardization in both digital and physical formats, and create, edit, and update specifications and measurements in PCX. Collaboration with partnering organizations and international vendors is key.
WHAT YOU BRING:
Registered in a program or college for Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Textile Science or related field with a graduation date between December 2026 and Spring/Summer 2027
Candidates must be able to present a portfolio showcasing relevant work
Basic knowledge of the development process from inception through production, including but not limited to pattern making, grading, construction, costing, manufacturing, embroidery, materials, and machinery
Ability to work independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. Strong verbal and written communication skills are key.
Ability to write product specs and advanced construction instructions
Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and exposure to Apparel CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex/Browzwear/CLO3D) highly desired
This is a 8–10-week paid internship opportunity with relocation assistance. Curious to know what it’s like to be part of a world-class Internship Program? Check out our recap video from last summer: Nike Internship Program Recap Video
This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR. Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus: Nike WHQ Campus Video
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
