Description

Step into the dynamic world of sports with an internship in Human Resources at our Headquarter in Herzogenaurach!

Applicants are considered for the Human Resources intern roles in our global HQ.

You may find yourself contributing to various areas such as Talent Acquisition, HR Strategy or HR Programs & Engagement. From working on recruitment efforts and creating a ready diverse talent bench for future leadership positions from our Future Talent and Early Careers talent, to defining and enabling a consistent execution of the HR vision in alignment with the business direction or implementing the HR Talent strategy, managing key strategic talent programs, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive project delivery, there will be many opportunities for you to explore your passion for working with and for people and ensuring an excellent candidate and employee experience.

Your collaborative spirit will shine as you build cross-functional relationships with business and external stakeholders. Take the opportunity to have an impact through improvement suggestions and enthusiasm for innovative ideas!

Whether you’re supporting the execution of global employee surveys, analyze HR data to generate insights, engage in project management, change management, and communication activities, engage in Early Careers recruitment and program management for students at adidas or support on university, internal or external careers or recruiting events, your role will be integral in shaping the success of our brand in the dynamic world of sports.

Join us in driving excellence and innovation!

  • Strategy & Excellence: Assist with global employee surveys, analyze HR data for insights, and support the development of HR dashboards while managing analytics demand and team backlog.
  • Programs & Engagement: Provide project management, change management, and operational support, contribute to needs analysis and continuous process improvements, and help streamline processes and standards.
  • Talent Acquisition (Early Careers): Support the Global Internship Program, manage applicant tracking, assist in intern HR matters, and help organize recruiting and career events.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH

  • Student of Business Administration, International Business, Human Resources, Psychology or similar
  • Fluent in English (written & spoken), Fluency in German is a plus
  • Strong MS Office skills
  • For Strategy & Excellence: Basic understanding of data & analytics methods (data modelling, ETL, statistics) and Data Visualization experience (ideally in PowerBI or similar)
  • Ideally, first Project management experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • 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 2025 – September 2025
  • Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

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 2.098,00€, compulsory internship 1.590,00 € (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)

ELIGIBILITY

  • Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship

KEY FACTS

  • Application Deadline: October 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM CET
  • Start Dates: March 17th, 2025
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

Our Culture

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

  • COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
  • OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
  • INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
  • TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
  • INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
  • RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

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.