About the role#
We are looking for a Product Graphic Design intern to create seasonal design concepts for Nike Branded Sports Apparel. You will work where sport, design, and culture meet to redefine apparel for athletes and fans. This 10-week paid internship requires you to be a team player who can collaborate, take feedback, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
What you'll do#
- Create seasonal design concepts for Nike Branded Sports Apparel.
- Collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to deliver creative work aligned with the Nike Design Ethos.
- Translate complex insights into authentic narratives and design solutions.
- Concept and sketch designs, from initial ideas to final production details.
- Contribute to or create narratives and visuals for uniform design across the Nike portfolio.
- Work with development teams to finalize production details, including trim and print applications.
- Talk with athletes and teams to inform your work.
- Explain the thinking behind your designs to internal and external partners.
- Meet deadlines and ensure design feasibility.
What you'll need#
- You must be in your final year of school with a graduation date between Spring 2027 and Winter 2027.
- Degree program in Graphic Design, Apparel Design, Product Design, or a related field.
- A portfolio showcasing relevant product graphics experience, ideally with 3-5 projects showing your process from ideation to finished product.
- Proficiency in Adobe CC and comfort working within new digital spaces.
- Strong skills in sketching, illustration, print and pattern, color theory, and layout.
- A proficient understanding of typography design and trends.
- Knowledge of graphic applications, development, and schematic tools.
- Strong visual and verbal communication skills to present design intent.
- Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple, competing priorities.
- Knowledge of apparel product creation is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship located in Beaverton, Oregon.
- Relocation assistance is provided.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Nike
Nike designs and sells athletic footwear, apparel, and sports equipment. Founded in 1964, the company is based in Beaverton, Oregon. It operates as a public company with over 100,000 employees. The business focuses on digital, merchandising, and product innovation within the retail sector.
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