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adidas posted this role. Below, we break down what it means for a working student in Herzogenaurach: your weekly hours, take-home pay and visa limits.
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: CREATIVE DIRECTION
adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions, and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.
- We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process
CREATIVE DIRECTIONAs an intern in the Creative Direction area, you will be embedded within a dynamic creative studio. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of a creative environment, working closely with producers, designers, and cross-functional teams to bring brand campaigns and product storytelling to life. The focus of this role will be more toward Graphics and Typography Design within the Brand Identity Team in Creative Direction.
Grow Your Capabilities Through Meaningful Tasks & Projects
- Support team in day to day tasks evolving around Graphic Design and Typographies
- Assist project managers in coordinating timelines, resources, and deliverables across multiple creative projects.
- Support the studio’s daily operations, including scheduling, asset tracking, and documentation.
- Help ensure smooth communication between creative teams and stakeholders.
- Participate in creative reviews and production meetings, capturing notes and action items.
- Contribute to process improvements and organizational tools to enhance studio efficiency.
What Would Make You a Match
- Student of Graphic Design/ Visual Communication/ Art Direction/ Photography, Management or similar
- Fluent in English (written & spoken)
- Project management skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Passionate about creativity, branding, and organization.
- Strong communicator with attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
- Eager to learn and contribute to a team that values innovation and storytelling.
What's In It For You
- Employee discounts on products
- Chances to attend and take part in on-campus events and sponsored adidas events/games
- Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal
- Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
- International intern community and work environment
- Regular development conversations as part of your role
- Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25€/month) and many more sports facilities
- Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health
- Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible)
- Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.470,00€, compulsory internship 1.930,00€ (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)
ELIGIBILITY
- Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship
- Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations)
- Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate)
- Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2027 – August 2027
- Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship
KEY FACTS
- Application Deadline: October 31st, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
- Start Date: March 1st, 2027
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)
NEXT STEPS
- To apply to the role, please submit your CV and Design Portfolio. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know.
- Please apply in English.
- If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a video interview - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.
adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Working student essentials
What this Design internship in Herzogenaurach means for you: the pay rules, the social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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