Your Guide to Adidas Internships: What Students Need to Know
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published by The Sports Intern, a student-focused platform helping future sports professionals navigate internships, career paths, and early-career development. We're sharing it here for JSJ readers who want deeper insight into internship opportunities across soccer and global sports.
Adidas runs internship programs across four major locations worldwide, each offering a unique experience for students. This Winter 2026 guide breaks down locations, eligibility, interview tips, application timelines, the "Adidas 1-Pager," and how to stand out.
📍 Where Adidas Offers Internships
Internships are available in these global hubs:
Each hub has its own requirements and recruitment windows.
🇺🇸 Portland, Oregon (North America)
Length: 12 weeks (May to August 2026 & June to September 2026)
Eligibility: Undergraduate students graduating Dec 2026 – Aug 2027; must have at least one semester left after the internship. International students at U.S. schools may apply (with work authorization). No masters or MBA internships are available.
Typical Roles: Digital, Marketing, Product Development, Design, Global Operations, Sales, eCommerce.
Highlights: Intern orientation, learning sessions, global networking coffee chats, relocation support, cross-functional project work, intern community social events.
Locations: Portland & Los Angeles.
Application Tips: Apply early! The window is live January 1-8, 2026. Roles can close once enough candidates apply.
🇩🇪 Herzogenaurach, Germany (Global HQ)
Length: 6 months
Eligibility: Bachelor's or Master's students enrolled in an EU university; gap-year students (between undergrad and master's) eligible in some departments. Strong English required. Note: For 2025, graduate students are not eligible in some roles.
Recruitment Windows: Feb–March for September start; Sept–Oct for March start.
Roles: Finance, Design, Digital, Strategy, eCommerce, HR, IT, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, Product Development.
Program Features: Learning sessions, speaker series, cross functional projects, access to World of Sports campus facilities.
Extra Note: Writing a thesis during the internship may be possible with department approval.
🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands (EMEA Hub)
Length: 6 months
Eligibility: Bachelor's/Master's university students. Multicultural experience and strong English preferred.
Recruitment Windows: Feb–March (for September); Sept–Oct (for March).
Roles: Digital, Digital IT, Studio A, eCommerce, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Brand Marketing, Legal.
Highlights: Speaker series, cross-functional projects, social committee, intern community, discounts, on-site sports facilities.
🇨🇴 Bogotá, Colombia (Latin America Tech/Digital Hub)
Length: 12 weeks (June – August)
Eligibility: Undergraduate students with under 1 year of previous work experience who can start full-time after the internship. Must have English B1/B2, business/engineering background, and work authorization in Colombia.
Recruitment: February 1–28.
Focus Areas: eCommerce, Digital Commerce, Tech Hub projects.
Program Features: Paid, global networking, virtual access to North America intern sessions.
📅 Application Timelines & Deadlines
| Location | Length | When to Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Portland (USA) | 12 weeks | Jan 1-8, 2026 for a May or June start |
| Germany | 6 months | Feb–March or Sept–Oct |
| Netherlands | 6 months | Feb–March or Sept–Oct |
| Bogotá | 12 weeks | February 1–28 |
Pro tip: Some locations list a deadline, but Adidas closes internship postings early if spots fill up. Apply as soon as listings appear.
📂 How to Apply
🎥 Interview Process (New for 2025)
📝 The Adidas "1-Pager" Explained
💡 Tips to Stand Out
🔍 Where to Find Adidas Internships
Please note: there are often one-off internships available at other Adidas worldwide locations including in Africa and Asian locations.
For more information on the Adidas experience read TSI's Intern Insights on an American student who had the opportunity to intern at Adidas HQ in Herzogenaurach, Germany!
As always, do your own research - internship programs are subject to change!
(Article Updated: November 2025)
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This article was written by The Sports Intern (TSI), a free hub for students pursuing sports careers. Explore internship listings, application guides, and insider career advice at TheSportsIntern.com.