Sporting Fashion & Goods
2027 Summer Internship, Product Innovation (Material Development and Material Lab)
Pre-career
Baltimore, United Stateshybrid
Internship
Job description
About the Role
The Rookie Program is designed for students who are ready to learn, lead, and make an impact. Throughout the summer, Rookies take ownership of a business-critical project, collaborate with teams across the organisation, and work closely with dedicated leaders and mentors. Placements are available in the Materials Testing/Innovation Lab and Materials Development, where Rookies support the evaluation, development, and performance analysis of innovative materials and products for athletes.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of a business-critical project throughout the summer.
- Collaborate with teams across the organisation and work closely with dedicated leaders and mentors.
- Support laboratory testing, data collection, and performance analysis for innovative materials and products designed for athletes.
- Evaluate and validate the performance of materials and products through hands-on testing and research.
- Partner with product creation, materials, innovation, sourcing, and testing teams on material and product projects.
- Explore new fabric technologies and assess material performance to enhance the athlete experience.
- Contribute to the discovery, evaluation, and development of innovative materials that power Under Armour products.
- Participate in cross-functional collaboration, research, and testing to inform product decisions and future innovation.
- Engage in candid conversations with executives, professional development opportunities, and community-building experiences.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate or graduate program, with expected graduation between December 2027 and August 2028, or graduating in May/June 2027 and entering the program directly after graduation.
- Legally authorised to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Skills
- Studying Materials Science, Textile Science, Kinesiology, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field for the Materials Testing/Innovation Lab placement.
- Studying Materials Science, Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Product Development, or a related field for the Materials Development placement.
Workplace
- Hybrid or fully in-office work schedule.
Benefits & Perks
- Relocation assistance provided.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Community-building experiences.
- Candid conversations with executives.
The Application Process
The recruiting team reviews applications on a rolling basis. Hiring managers begin reviewing candidates and conducting interviews starting in October, with interviews continuing over the following few months as positions are filled.
- Candidates whose backgrounds align with a role are contacted to schedule interviews with members of the potential team.
- Candidates may be considered for multiple opportunities throughout the process.
- All applicants are notified if they are selected to interview.
- Candidates who are not selected are notified once a position has been filled, at the latest.
- Applicants who have not heard from the team are still being considered for open opportunities.
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