Internship - Category Marketing (Greece)

adidas adidas-group.com Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Athens Junior General Marketing

Entry-level General Marketing role at adidas. Athens.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Help the go-to-market team assemble materials for seasonal European and global milestones
Support category plans and initiatives across South East Europe
Coordinate product sample orders with your manager under marketing operations guidance
Gather sell-in and sell-through data, then track category KPIs for reporting
Research trends, competitors and consumers to inform category planning

What you bring

You’re studying business, marketing, economics or a related subject
You bring genuine interest in sports, fashion, products and sportswear
You’re comfortable using Excel and PowerPoint and working with commercial data
You organize competing tasks carefully, communicate well and take initiative while learning
You can work confidently in written and spoken English

Who this fits

You’ll suit a collaborative, analytical internship that connects product, brand and commercial planning across teams. You must remain a full-time student throughout the placement or be in a gap year between your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, and you should have no more than one year left after the internship. You need to commit to the six-month placement in Glyfada, Athens, starting in January 2027; flexible work can include up to 40% home office.

From the employer

Join adidas Europe and shape the future! For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester and Paris, are centers of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey. At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation. Are you ready to be part of our journey?

Purpose of the role

Support our Sports Business Unit in bringing product and category strategies to life across South East Europe, gaining hands-on experience in category management, go-to-market processes and commercial planning while collaborating with teams across the business.

What you will do

Support the Category (Go-To-Market) Team in preparing and organizing European and Global Business Unit materials for key seasonal go-to-market milestones.
Assist with seasonal category planning and the execution of key initiatives across South East Europe.
Coordinate the product sample ordering process together with your manager and in line with Marketing Operations guidelines.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and other internal teams to collect and analyze sell-in and sell-through data.
Support the monitoring of key performance indicators for assigned product categories and contribute to regular reporting and analysis.
Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities and consumer behavior to provide insights that support category planning.
Help prepare presentations, reports and other materials for seasonal meetings and business reviews.
Collaborate with different teams and stakeholders to develop an understanding of how product, brand and commercial strategies come together across the adidas business.

Skills you will need

Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or another relevant field.
Strong interest in sports, fashion, products and the sportswear industry.
Analytical mindset and enthusiasm for working with commercial and market data.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with a willingness to further develop your skills.
Good organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage different tasks and priorities.
Good communication and interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for working with different teams.
Curiosity, willingness to learn and a proactive approach to new challenges.
Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Life at adidas

Monthly base salary 1.000 EUR gross.
Monthly meal allowance
adidas Employee discount on all products
Premium gym membership discount
Employee Assistance Program offering personal counselling across a variety of topics
Opportunities to attend and take part in company events and sponsored adidas events
Structured training and development, including access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and the adidas Learning Portal
Opportunities to join our mentorship program, networking activities and employee resource groups
International intern community and work environment
Regular development conversations throughout your internship
Flexible and agile working arrangements with up to 40% home office

Eligibility

To be eligible for the internship, you should:

Be enrolled as a full-time student for the complete duration of the internship, or be in a gap year between your Bachelor's and Master's degree.
Ideally be in the final year of your studies, with a maximum of one year remaining until graduation following the internship.
Be available for the full duration of the six-month internship.

Key facts

Start date: January 2027
Duration: 6 months
Location: adidas Headquarters, Glyfada, Athens

Next steps

To apply, please submit your CV in English. You don't need to include a motivation letter, but if there's something you'd like us to know, we'd be happy to hear from you.
If your profile looks like a good match, you'll be invited to a video interview. Don't worry – we'll make sure you know what to expect.
Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team based in Greece via phone or email.