Internship - Apparel Design (m/f/d)

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: APPAREL DESIGN

Applications to this opportunity are considered for all available Apparel Design intern roles, including but not limited to those described below:

• ORIGINALS MEN
  The Originals menswear team is small dynamic team that is delivering product to a global audience. We make lifestyle product that draws on inspiration from Music, Fashion, Travel, Sport and our Heritage from previous eras which is a shared passion within the team.

• Y-3
  Y-3 is the brainchild of legendary Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto and the sportswear giant Adidas. Established in 2002, our brand brings together the best of both worlds, redefining sportswear and high fashion. We're not just designing clothes; we're crafting a lifestyle that seamlessly merges functionality with high-end aesthetics. As a Y-3 Product Design Intern, you'll become an essential part of our team, contributing to the creation of cutting-edge fashion pieces that transcend boundaries. You'll have the opportunity to work across various product categories, including apparel design, graphic design, and color and material expertise. At Y-3, we don't just follow trends; we set them. Our focus is on pushing the envelope of design and style, ensuring that each piece reflects our dedication to the fusion of Yohji Yamamoto’s avantgarde vision and adidas innovation. We're redefining fashion one collection at a time, and as an intern, you'll be right at the heart of this creative revolution.

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS 

• Support team in day-to-day tasks
• Assist and observe the entire design phase from concept creation of final product
• Gather relevant trend and consumer information for the product category
• Support with creation of seasonal design ideas and concepts
• Assist the Design Team in the creation of creative direction presentations, product designs, tech packs and material/innovation research
• Complete CAD revisions, color updates and technical packages
• Create prototypes and design samples to support seasonal concepts
• Participating and support during products’ fitting sessions
• Communicate with the cross-functional stakeholders such as Marketing and Development
• Uploading data into the internal software system

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH 

• Student of Apparel Design, Sportswear/Performance Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design or similar
• Fluent in English (written & spoken) 
• Fluent in Illustrator and Photoshop programs preferably in a Mac environment
• Experience in working with 3D programs is a plus (CLO3D or similar)
• Strong storytelling abilities
• Good sketching and renderings skills to communicate concepts and ideas
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams and handle multiple tasks
• Previous design experience is a plus

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 Date: March 17th, 2025 
• Duration: 6 months 
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg) 

NEXT STEPS 

• To apply to the role, please submit your CV and your design portfolio (max. 10MB) or a link to your online portfolio in your application. 

• You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know.  
• Please apply in English. 
• If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to complete a design task - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.