NIKE, Inc. Apparel Technical Design Undergraduate Internship

Job Description

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

Technical Design Interns will be assigned to a Category or Division and work under the direction of a Sr. Tech Developer or Manager. They will assist the team in the fit and construction from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles to lead to on time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, sustainability, performance, and profitability goals. Interns will assist in the creation and revision of the Tech Pack for assigned styles; ensuring all appropriate development documentation is maintained including product specs and prototype notes. They will assist in the execution fit and construction standards for a category or product group to ensure consistency. Interns will also track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identifying and addressing key issues and challenges in construction / manufacturing and planning accordingly to deliver proven and tested product.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As a Technical Design Intern, you will be responsible for scheduling fit models and attending fit sessions to take notes as needed. You will receive, track, and manage samples, as well as organize and maintain the sample closet to ensure efficiency. Ordering samples—including wear test and size set garments—will be part of your duties, utilizing various formats to meet project needs. You will help build toolboxes for cross-categorical standardization in both digital and physical formats, and create, edit, and update specifications and measurements in PCX. Collaboration with partnering organizations and international vendors is key.

WHAT YOU BRING :

Registered in a program or college for Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Textile Science or related field with a graduation date between December 2026 and Spring / Summer 2027

Candidates must be able to present a portfolio showcasing relevant work

Basic knowledge of the development process from inception through production, including but not limited to pattern making, grading, construction, costing, manufacturing, embroidery, materials, and machinery

Ability to work independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. Strong verbal and written communication skills are key.

Ability to write product specs and advanced construction instructions

Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and exposure to Apparel CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex / Browzwear / CLO3D) highly desired

This is a 8–10-week paid internship opportunity with relocation assistance. Curious to know what it’s like to be part of a world-class Internship Program? Check out our recap video from last summer :  Nike Internship Program Recap Video

This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR. Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus : Nike WHQ Campus Video

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.