NIKE, Inc. Sports Marketing Undergraduate Internship (SMS)

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

Nike exists to innovate for athletes. Nike Sports Marketing professionals provide the vital linkage between the company and Nike-sponsored athletes, clubs and federations worldwide. Sports Marketing employees partner with premier athletes to collect insights about existing and future products, gather inspirational stories about sport and nurture long-term relationships between the athletes and the company. The team develops and drives sports marketing strategies, obtains endorsements and licensing agreements and serves as Nike ambassadors to the sports community worldwide. Their relationships build the foundation of Nike’s product creation: Nike creates exceptional products because its employees listen to exceptional athletes.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Nike Sports Marketing is looking for talent that is sports obsessed.

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and marketing acumen.
• Excellent storytelling and communication abilities.
• Passion for sport and athlete-centered innovation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE:

Throughout the summer internship, you will receive on-the-job experiences within a Nike Inc. Sports Marketing team at PHK. You’ll have a direct manager who will be one of the many Nike teammates you’ll partner with. Over the summer you’ll be assigned a project to help you get to know our world and for us to better get to know you.

This is a 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

WHAT YOU BRING:

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027 – Spring 2029

Skills:

• Passion for sport and supporting athletes
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortability presenting to a large audience, including senior leadership
• Proven experience leading projects or teams
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• A passion for Nike/Jordan/Converse

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 PHK Campus Video

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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.