NIKE Hiring Global Sustainability Graduate Intern in Oregon

The Sustainability Grid; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Nike, Inc. is hiring a Global Sustainability Graduate Intern to join its Global Sustainability team at the Philip H. Knight campus in Beaverton, Oregon.

This is a 10-week paid graduate internship designed for candidates who are passionate about sustainability and Nike and want to contribute to projects that connect sustainability with business, manufacturing, operations and marketplace initiatives. The intern will work with teams across Nike, lead one or more projects, analyze data, identify

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Business/MBA and/or Environmental Science graduate program with graduation expected Dec 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• Background in sustainability, operations, supply chain, analytics, manufacturing, procurement, textiles, finance or retail preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Nike's sustainability focus areas such as Engagement, Geo Sustainability, Marketplace Sustainability, People & Human Rights, and Supply Chain Compliance.
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders, analyze information, identify themes and insights, and develop recommendations.
• Communicate findings to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Verbal communication

Education

MBA or Business graduate program

Environmental science graduate program

Tools

Large datasets

Ability to translate analysis into business stories

Job description

NIKE Hiring Global Sustainability Graduate Intern in Oregon

NIKE, Inc. is a global sportswear and athletic company focused on innovation, performance and creating products and experiences for athletes around the world. The company is increasingly integrating sustainability across its business, manufacturing, operations, marketplace and global value chain.

By The Sustainability Grid Desk

Location Beaverton, Oregon, United States

Type Full Time, In-person

Salary Paid internship

Experience Graduate / At least 2 years of work experience

Deadline Not specified

About the Company

Nike's Global Sustainability team works across climate and environment, people and human rights, supply chain compliance, sustainability reporting, marketplace sustainability and other areas to reduce environmental impacts and strengthen responsible business practices.

The Opportunity

NIKE, Inc. is hiring a Global Sustainability Graduate Intern to join its Global Sustainability team at the Philip H. Knight campus in Beaverton, Oregon.

This is a 10-week paid graduate internship designed for candidates who are passionate about sustainability and Nike and want to contribute to projects that connect sustainability with business, manufacturing, operations and marketplace initiatives.

The intern will work with teams across Nike and lead one or more projects involving multiple stakeholders. The role provides an opportunity to apply strategic thinking, research, problem-solving and project management skills to sustainability challenges that can influence business decisions.

What You'll Do

As a Global Sustainability Graduate Intern, you may contribute to one or more of Nike's sustainability focus areas, including:

• Engagement
• Geo Sustainability
• Marketplace Sustainability
• People & Human Rights
• Supply Chain Compliance
• Sustainability Compliance & Reporting

Previous internship projects have included developing an enterprise strategy for incorporating carbon offsets into climate planning, creating a sustainability playbook for major running events and developing strategies to strengthen sustainability efforts at distribution centers.

You will work cross-functionally with stakeholders across Nike, analyze information and datasets, identify themes and insights, develop recommendations and communicate findings to diverse audiences, including senior leaders.

Requirements

Core Qualifications

Candidates must be enrolled in a Business/MBA and/or Environmental Science graduate program and have an expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028.

At least 2 years of work experience is required.

A background in areas such as social and environmental sustainability, operations, supply chain, analytics, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, textiles, finance or retail is preferred.

Technical Expertise

The successful candidate should have general sustainability knowledge or experience related to areas such as corporate responsibility, climate, natural resources, circularity, people and human rights or related sustainability topics.

Experience working with large datasets, identifying themes, making decisions and translating analysis into clear business stories is valuable.

Professional Strengths

Candidates should demonstrate strong project management, problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The role also requires the ability to work cross-functionally, influence teams within a highly matrixed organization and present effectively to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.

Mindset Fit

Nike is looking for a self-starter who is comfortable working with ambiguity and demonstrates a bias for action. Candidates should have an inquisitive, growth-focused and process-oriented mindset, alongside a clearly demonstrated passion for sustainability and Nike.

The internship is a 10-week paid opportunity and includes relocation assistance.

Nike also offers a broader employee environment centered on professional development, a diverse and inclusive workplace, a casual work environment and a comprehensive total rewards package.

Why This Role Matters

This internship offers graduate students an opportunity to work directly on sustainability challenges within one of the world's largest global sports brands. Rather than focusing only on environmental theory, the role connects sustainability with business strategy, manufacturing, supply chains, operations, products and marketplace activities.

For candidates interested in corporate sustainability, climate strategy, ESG, sustainable supply chains or environmental management, the experience could provide exposure to how sustainability decisions are developed and implemented at global scale.

Applicants are required to submit a one-page resume and one-page cover letter as a single combined PDF file.

The position is in-person at Nike's Philip H. Knight campus in Beaverton, Oregon.