Climate & Energy - Sourcing Intern (Dec 2024)

Join the adidas Internship Program!

Are you passionate about sports and eager to start your internship with a global leader in the industry? At Adidas, we believe in the power of sport to change lives. Our mission is to be the best sports brand in the world, with a “You Got This” mentality to reach beyond possibilities!

This 6-month Part-Time Internship at Adidas provides you with a unique opportunity to apply what you’ve learned at university, use your knowledge in practice, and live your passion for sports in our Shanghai for Global Sourcing business.

Why Adidas?

• Dynamic Industry: With sports playing an increasingly important role in people’s lives, both on and off the field, we operate in a highly attractive industry with lots of potential.
• Innovative Environment: We push the boundaries of products, quality, experiences, and services based on our deep understanding of our consumers and the authenticity of the Adidas brand.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We champion DEI by fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

About the Strategic Sourcing & Sustainability Team

Join the Material Operations Team: A support role in Global Sourcing in driving Sourcing’s vision to be the Most Agile, Most Competitive, Most Digitalized & Cleanest Supply Base in the industry by supporting the team in driving supply chain decarbonization strategy to reduce our carbon emissions.

Key Objectives & Opportunity

• To learn how to work with teams from different backgrounds and experience an international work vibe.
• To enhance data, project management, and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• The market study on relevant decarbonization technologies, policies, and regulations, extract key information and present to the wider team for decision-making
• Data analysis on supplier environment KPI performance, provide summaries, follow up on findings
• Collaborate with internal functions within sourcing and across other functions to secure alignment on identified priorities
• Support driving and managing the development and execution of a clean energy strategy across the Adidas manufacturing supply chain

Key Working Relationships

• Sourcing Operations
• Sourcing Sustainability

Requirement

• Student in progress of undergraduate or master degree program. Preferably major in Environment Management/Engineering, Sustainability, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Textile Engineering
• Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skills
• Strong data analytical and presentation skills  
• Strong MS Office Skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent in Chinese & English (written and spoken)
• Self-motivated with a keen interest in learning
• At least 3 working days per week, 6 months service period
• Readiness to start the internship in Jan 2025 with 6 months duration.