Apparel and Accessories Intern

ASICS EMEA; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 6,700 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship allowance

50% discount on ASICS products

Intern community

Social events and workshops

Hybrid working model

Office gym and sports membership

Wellbeing and development activities

Job summary

ASICS EMEA in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, offers an internship with the Apparel Design Team. You’ll gain hands-on experience across the design journey, from research to technical sketches and final samples.

We seek a Dutch university student enrolled for the full duration, available February/March for 5-6 months. You should be passionate about design and sportswear, proficient in Illustrator, and able to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at a Dutch University for the entire duration of the internship.
• Availability from February/March for 5-6 months.
• Passionate about design with an interest in sportswear.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Support designers by creating design presentations and converting sketches to AI renders.
• Research competitor designs to inform ASICS' assortment.
• Participate in design team meetings and take minutes.
• Assist with technical pack creation and prototype development.
• Attend garment prototype fittings and update design data in TP documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Passionate about design

Education

Enrolled at a Dutch University for the entire duration

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Be part of a movement that moves the world

At ASICS, we’re more than just a brand; we’re a movement. A movement of movement, propelled by the belief that motion strengthens the body and uplifts the mind. Our name itself, an acronym for "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" (a Sound Mind in a Sound Body), encapsulates this commitment. Since taking our first step in Japan in 1949, our journey has been about more than just reaching the finish lines or clocking the fastest times. It’s about the joy of moving and it’s open to all.

If you’re inspired to move yourself and the world toward a brighter, more inclusive future, we’re looking for you.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification.

Your Internship Experience At ASICS

Located at our EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, you’ll join the Apparel Design Team and build hands-on experience in an international business environment. During your internship, you’ll be involved in the entire apparel design journey, from research and concept creation to technical sketching, prototype reviews, and the development of the final sales sample collection.

At ASICS, we believe growth comes through learning and new experiences. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience, share your ideas, and develop valuable skills while contributing to a team that inspires movement.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Supporting the ASICS designers by creating design presentations. Using AI software to convert Adobe Illustrator sketches to AI renders.
• Conducting research into competitor designs to help the designers understand what ASICS’ competitors offer in their assortment.
• Participate in design team meetings whilst taking minutes and following up on action items, if required.
• Assist with technical tech pack (TP) creation, ready to send to the ASICS factories to create prototypes.
• Participate in garment prototype fittings by taking notes and updating sketches and design data in real time in TP’s.

You have the following skills:

• Must be enrolled at a Dutch University for the entire duration of the internship.
• Availability from February/March for 5-6 months.
• Passionate about design with and interested in sportswear.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, your growth and wellbeing are important. We believe in fostering an environment where every step forward is celebrated, where diversity fuels our journey, and inclusion strengthens individuals. And together as individuals we can inspire more people to move for body and for mind.

Our commitment to your wellbeing

We are committed to creating an enriching internship experience that supports both your professional development and personal wellbeing. As an intern, you’ll benefit from:

• A competitive monthly internship allowance to support your learning and development journey.
• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS products.
• A dedicated intern community, providing opportunities to connect and collaborate with fellow interns across different functions and departments.
• Regular social events, networking sessions, workshops, and development seminars designed to help you expand your network, enhance professional skills, and gain insights into different areas of the business.
• Hybrid working model, combining the flexibility of working from home with the energy and collaboration of the office.
• Access to our office gym and sports membership discounts.
• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.
• Complimentary premium subscription to Runkeeper Go.
• A comprehensive wellbeing programme including exercise and educational sessions.
• Professional wellbeing support and meditation classes through OpenUp.