NIKE, Inc Air Manufacturing Innovation (Air MI) Engineering Undergraduate Internship

Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship  

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.  

At Air Manufacturing Innovation (Air MI), we deliver on Nike’s most daring dream: giving every athlete the unparalleled sensation of walking on air. Since Nike introduced the Air sole in 1979, no technology has become more synonymous with Nike than Air. Our teams engineer, make and perfect Nike’s most advanced footwear components. Masters of teamwork, we challenge assumptions in order to get faster, drive efficiency and fine-tune technology to deliver quality performance plastic. At our state-of-the-art facilities, Air MI is taking Air to places that we never thought possible. 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 

As our Air MI Engineering Intern, you will join the Air MI team to assist in the manufacturing of products related to Nike Air Footwear. 

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE: 

Multiple positions are available and may focus on one or more of the following areas: product and tooling design, production equipment/automation design and installation, process development, or machine optimization. You will be mentored by your area-specific and cross- functional teammates and use your engineering skills to implement product development, tooling designs or continuous improvement solutions as determined by the project(s) to which you are assigned. Alongside your engineering teammates, you may work with other specialists including but not limited to areas such as development, production, costing, maintenance and facilities. 

This is a 8–10-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 

Enrolled in an undergraduate program with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or Spring 2027 

Preferred degrees: Mechanical, Chemical, Plastics, Electrical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or similar field 

Strong desire to work in a manufacturing environment required 

Resume submission (PDF) required  

Skills 

Experience in a high-volume and/or high mix manufacturing environment is preferred 

Ability to analyze problems, assess data, use basic math and statistics, and deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities 

Ability to balance multiple challenging projects simultaneously 

Must be comfortable working hands-on 

Exposure to Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing principles and concepts 

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 WHQ 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.