Intern Product Development & Sourcing (Digital Transformation)

Join adidas Internship Program!

Are you passionate about sports and eager to start your internship with a global leader in the industry? At adidas, we believe in the power of sport to change lives. Our mission is to be the best sports brand in the world, with a “You Got This” mentality to reach beyond possibilities!

The 6-month full-time Internship at adidas provides you with a unique opportunity to apply what you’ve learned at university, use your knowledge in practice, and live your passion for sports in our Global Headquarter for Product Development & Sourcing business in Hong Kong.

Why adidas?

Dynamic Industry: With sports playing an increasingly important role in people’s lives, both on and off the field, we operate in a highly attractive industry with lots of potentials.

Innovative Environment: We push the boundaries of products, quality, experiences, and services based on our deep understanding of our consumers and the authenticity of the adidas brand.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We champion DEI by fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

About the Internship:

Purpose  & Overall Relevance for the Organization:   

Support the acceleration of digital transformation initiatives such as AI adoption, automation and data analytics across Product Development & Sourcing (PD&S). Contribute to the design, development, testing, and enablement of digital solutions (AI and non-AI) that improve knowledge accessibility, automate routine work, and enhance decision-making through data and analytics. This role provides exposure to emerging AI technologies, enterprise data platforms, and business process innovation within a global sourcing organization.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support research, prototyping and implementation of AI solutions
• Support business process improvements via automation and data management
• Support implementation of data analytics solutions
• Support AI awareness, upskilling, and adoption initiatives across business teams
• Provide ad-hoc or administrative support to sourcing operations, e.g. meetings / events
• Be active in leading and supporting Staff Group events, office activities and initiatives.

Key Relationships: 

• Functions in sourcing and product development, i.e. planning, materials, quality, costing, sustainable sourcing, product creation, etc.
• Liaison office teams in respective manufacturing regions
• PD&S AI Ambassadors
• Data and AI team
• Data product owners
• Enterprise architecture team
• Sourcing senior leadership team

Required main study courses:

• Bachelor/master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain Management, Computer Science (or any other major with demonstrated interest in IT, AI, data, and supply chain operations)

Preferred university/ discipline: Any

Required skills:

• Fluent in English (oral and in writing)
• Familiarity with Generative AI concepts and prompt engineering
• Comfortable in using AI tools in cost effective and ethical manners
• Curiosity and willingness to experiment with emerging technologies
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio and Power Platform would be highly preferred
• Knowledge of SQL, Power BI, Databricks, or other data technologies would be a plus
• Knowledge of Python, Github, or other development tools would be a plus