About the role
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 accommodation throughout the recruitment process.
JOIN OUR NON-TRADE PROCUREMENT TEAM: It’s an exciting time to join our Global Procurement Team. As part of our Procurement Excellence function, you will support initiatives that help shape the future of procurement at adidas. Working with our global teams and markets, you will contribute to projects focused on process improvement, system enablement, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence.
GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS:
- Support global Procurement Excellence projects focused on reporting, process improvement, systems, and organizational effectiveness.
- Assist with project management activities, including planning, tracking, coordination, and status reporting.
- Support change management activities, including stakeholder communications, training materials, and user engagement initiatives.
- Assist with system testing, issue management, documentation, and user support for procurement tools and solutions.
- Partner with stakeholders across Global, Market, Country, and Shared Service Procurement teams to support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support sourcing and category management projects through research, analysis, and coordination activities.
- Independently manage selected tasks and projects while building strong relationships across the global procurement organization.
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH:
- Bachelor or Master's Student in Economics, Business Administration, Marketing and/or Finance or related
- Fluency in English, German language skills are a plus
- Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint); Ariba and/or Power BI knowledge is a plus
- Good communication skills & a proactive mindset
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- International intern community and work environment
- 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
- Regular development conversations as part of your role
- Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
- Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.470,00€, compulsory internship 1.930,00€ (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)
- 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)
- Employee discounts on products
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- 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)
- Students with ideally max. one year to graduation preferred
- Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2027 – September 2027
- Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship
KEY FACTS
- Application Deadline: October 15th, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
- Start Date: March 1st, 2027
- Duration: 6 months , full-time
- Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)
NEXT STEPS
- To apply for 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.
