Internship (f/m/d) Product development and prototyping GORE-TEX shoes

About The Role

Starting September 1, 2026, we are offering an exciting 6-month internship (f/m/d) to support our GORE-TEX R&D Footwear Team in the areas of product development and prototyping in Feldkirchen-Westerham, in the greater Munich area. You’ll have the opportunity to help develop the very innovations that make our products even better and more appealing.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage product-related subprojects from concept to implementation in collaboration with our research and development department
• Develop constructive solutions to technical challenges using 3D printing and hands-on prototyping
• Conduct material and product analyses using modern measurement methods; develop new testing procedures as needed
• Supporting field tests: organization, failure analysis, evaluation, and presentation of results
• Optimizing processes and equipment in the production environment through exciting sub-projects
• Statistical analysis of technical data, visualization of results, and derivation of recommendations
  
  

Qualifications

• You are enrolled in a technical degree program such as mechanical engineering, materials science, textile engineering, or a comparable field
• Initial experience with 3D CAD programs (e.g., SolidWorks™) is a plus
• Fluency in English and good German skills
• Basic knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SAS JMP) and programming (e.g., VBA) is a plus
• Ability to work in a team and work independently and reliably
• Clear and open communication, as well as the ability to persuasively present your own ideas
• Structured, detail-oriented, and analytical approach
• Curiosity and a spirit of inquiry when faced with new challenges
• Initiative, commitment, and enjoyment of international collaboration
• Passion for outdoor activities such as running or hiking is a plus
  
  

That's What You've Got To Look Forward To

• Join a highly motivated team and a great working atmosphere
• An interesting and challenging opportunity with an international focus
• A very good compensation
• An experienced Sponsor who will help you with advice and support
• Sports activities, work-life-balance, free coffee, tea and fruits, a subsidized canteen and more
  
  

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.