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NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship

NIKE · Beaverton, OR4w agoverified 8 h ago

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (561 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Assist in manufacturing Nike Air footwear components, focusing on process development, tooling, and automation.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Work on Nike's iconic Air sole technology, gaining hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing facility.

Might not be for you. Primarily manufacturing-focused, not deep materials R&D; may involve repetitive process optimization.

Mostly at the benchGeneralistFast-paced Internship-friendly Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleprocess development, product and tooling design, production equipment/automation design and installation, machine optimization

H-1B filings

NIKE filed 4 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Lead, Footwear Process Engineer, Materials Developer II, Footwear, Senior Manager, Fw Product Engineering. Median filed pay: $169K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Intern/Co-op
Work
On-site
Type
Internship
Degree
BS
Experience
0+ yrs
Industry
Consumer goods
Role
Process Engineering
Schedule
Standard
Relocation
Offered
Benefits
relocation assistance

Role details

Position Type

Full Time

Career area

Business Operations

Location

1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States

Job ID

R-91417

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, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

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.

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.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE

In the NIKE, Inc. Summer Internship Program, you’ll contribute to high-priority, real business initiatives that align with the NIKE, Inc. strategic roadmap.

With the guidance of senior leaders and experienced managers, you’ll take ownership of a project that’s been scoped to drive impact. These projects are designed to challenge your critical thinking, further develop your skills and foster effective collaboration while contributing directly to your team’s goals.

This is a 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 2027 or Spring 2028
  • 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

Mynext: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future

This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located within Nike’s Air Manufacturing Innovation (Air MI) facility in Beaverton, OR. Interns should have a strong interest in manufacturing environments and be comfortable spending the majority of their time working on-site within a fast-paced production setting rather than a traditional corporate office environment.

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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 an equal opportunity employer. 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.

What You Can Expect

OUR HIRING GAME PLAN

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01 Apply

Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.

02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment

If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.

03 Interview

Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.

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Common questions

Does NIKE sponsor H-1B visas?

NIKE has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship role at NIKE based?

This role is based in Beaverton, OR.

What degree is required for the NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship role at NIKE?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship role require?

The posting calls for at least 0 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this NIKE, Inc. Air MI Engineering Undergraduate Internship role work with?

plastics.