INTERNSHIP - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (M/F/D)

Step into the dynamic world of sports with an internship in our Tech / IT business unit at our Headquarter in Herzogenaurach! Applicants are considered for the Tech intern roles in our global HQ. 

You may find yourself contributing to various areas such as IT Project Management or Platform Development, there will be many opportunities for you to explore your passion for technology.  

Your collaborative spirit will shine as you build cross-functional relationships. Take the opportunity to have an impact through improvement suggestions and enthusiasm for innovative ideas! 

Whether you're supporting the development, deployment, and maintenance of AWS Lambda functions, the design and implementation of serverless architectures and solutions and AWS services or support the Project Management and development of Supply Chain solutions. your role will be integral in shaping the success of our brand in the dynamic world of sports.  

Join us in driving excellence and innovation! 

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS  

• AWS & Serverless Development: Develop, deploy, and maintain AWS Lambda functions, design serverless architectures, optimize performance, and manage services like API Gateway, DynamoDB, and S3.
• Collaboration & Code Quality: Collaborate with teams to deliver features, write clean, maintainable code, troubleshoot issues, and ensure scalability and performance across systems.
• Project Management Support: Support the Project Management Office by ensuring efficient execution of programs, maintaining project management standards, and assisting with daily tasks like reporting and documentation.
• Supply Chain solutions: Enhance tools and processes for continuous improvement in project management using Smartsheet, Power BI, and SharePoint, while acting as a liaison between key stakeholders such as Workstream leads and Program Managers.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH 

• Student of business administration, information technology, business informatics, supply chain, business engineering, logistics or related fields  

• For Platform Development: Strong affinity for working with codes and Python

• For IT Project Management: Smartsheet and Power BI knowledge is a plus

• Strong communication skills, including fluency in English (spoken and written) 

• Project management skills are a plus 

• Analytical mindset and passion for numbers

• Structured, organized, and process-oriented, with an analytical mindset. 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU 

• Employee discounts on products 
• Chances to attend and take part in on campus events and sponsored adidas events/games 
• Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal 
• Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups 
• International intern community and work environment 
• Regular development conversations as part of your role 
• Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25/month) and many more sports facilities 
• Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health 
• Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible) 
• Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.098,00, compulsory internship 1.590,00 (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same) 

ELIGIBILITY  

• Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship  
• Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations) 
• Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate) 
• Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2025 - September 2025 
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship 

KEY FACTS 

• Application Deadline: October 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM CET 
• Start Dates: March 17th, 2025
• Duration: 6 months 
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg) 

NEXT STEPS 

• To apply to the role, please submit your CV. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know.  
• Please apply in the same language as the job description 
• If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a video interview - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.