INTERNSHIP - GRAPHIC DESIGN (M/F/D)
At a glance
Junior Graphic Design role at adidas. Herzogenaurach.
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What you'll do
- Help develop seasonal graphic concepts for Sportswear and Training products, from early ideas through finished designs
- Create apparel graphics centered on illustration and typography, turning concepts into sketches and final artwork
- Update CAD files and colors, then prepare the technical documents used for production
- Research trends, colors, materials, and consumer insights to inform product graphics and graphic stories
- Follow the design process from concept development to final artwork alongside the graphic design team
What you bring
- You are studying Graphic Design or a similar subject, with a focus on product-related graphics
- You can work fluently in English and use Illustrator and Photoshop with confidence
- You bring strong storytelling, sketching, and rendering skills to communicate design ideas
- You must remain a full-time student throughout the internship, or qualify for the EU-citizen gap-year option
Who this fits
This internship suits a student interested in apparel graphics who wants hands-on work across Sportswear and Training design. You need to be available for the full six-month term from March through August 2027 and relocate to Herzogenaurach. Apply in English with a CV and design portfolio; selected applicants complete a design task.
From the employer
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: GRAPHIC DESIGN – SPORTSWEAR & TRAINING
adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions, and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.
*We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process
As part of the Graphic Design Team you will be able to collaborate with and learn from a highly creative and diverse group of graphic design talent. You will gain insights in how to create concepts, sketches and final designs specifically for apparel graphics, focusing on illustration and typography. You will have the chance to work across a variety of Sportswear and Training products. Bring your ideas to life with the help of a cross-functional team sitting at the intersection of sport and lifestyle.
GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS
- Support team in day to day tasks
- Assist the design team in the design of new graphic concepts for the relevant season
- Work with the graphic design team to create visual solutions for different products
- Complete CAD revisions, color updates and industry standard technical documents
- Gather relevant trend and consumer information for our product range
- Research on trends, colors and materials
- Creation of graphic stories
- Assist and observe the entire design phase from concept creation of final designs
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH
- Student of Student of Graphic Design or similar with a focus towards Product related graphics
- 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
- 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 2.470,00€, compulsory internship 1.930,00€ (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 2027 – August 2027
- Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship
KEY FACTS
- Application Deadline: October 31st, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
- Start Date: March 1st, 2027
- 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. 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 a design task - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.
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