Lifestyle Footwear Merchandising Undergraduate Internship

Who We Are:

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line. 

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:  

• Runner First 
  • We act in the best interest of the runner
• Word is Bond 
  • We do what we say we’ll do 
• Champion Heart  
  • We give our all in everything we do  
• There is no “I” in Run 
  • We stay generous with our humanity 
• Keep Moving 
  • We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.   

We evaluate applications throughout the recruiting season. Whether or not we are able to offer you an interview, you’ll hear from us shortly after you submit your application to confirm we’ve received it, later on in the season with a status update, and at the end of the season.

Brooks Internship Program:
Brooks Running hosts summer internships at our Seattle HQ offices to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience to further enhance your education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real work, and projects while working side by side with Brooks employees and leadership. If chosen for this role, you will join a cohort of interns at Brooks and embark on a summer of learning, professional development, and exposure to the Brooks brand and culture.  

Details:
Duration: 3 months Dates: Start dates will align for both quarter and semester students. May/June - August/September 2026
Location: Seattle, HQ Schedule: 40 hours / week

This Opportunity:
The Footwear Team is seeking a Lifestyle Footwear Merchandising intern to work at our Seattle HQ offices. This position will work closely with the Lifestyle Footwear team, which is responsible for building and expanding the new business line. The team also works closely with Marketing and Sales across regions. You will gain exposure to product creation by working alongside Footwear teams to plan, build, and deliver product.  

Your Impact (Responsibilities):

• Receive mentorship from Footwear Merchandising, Development, and Design partners to understand their roles and impact to the broader department and/or business. 
• Gain industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments. 
• DevelopMerchandising and PLM skills needed for career in the Sport Product Industry. 
• Learn directly from experienced coworkers, managers, and leaders with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous professional fields. 
• Build connections with a network of professional, managers, and leaders. 
• Provide analytical support to inform leadership decision-making on projects related to Lifestyle Footwear. 
• Create and update relevant SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) for designated projects or processes.  
• Participate in weekly team meetings and other group meetings. 
• Interact with various business partners that span across Brooks and present the results of your project at the end of your internship. 

Project:

• As a part of your experience as an intern at Brooks, you will have the opportunity to complete a project under the support and supervision of your mentor/manager. Details of your project will be finalized once you arrive at Brooks based on your interests, and the needs of the business. You will present your work and findings to leadership at Brooks, to hone-in-on your research, analysis, and recommendations, and to refine your presentations skills. 

A high-level project outline for this internship opportunity is as follows: 

• Product Sample & Seeding Process Optimization 
• Objective: Map the current sample flow (PR, sales, wear-test) and propose process improvements to reduce delays and costs. 
• Business Impact: Improves operational efficiency and ensures timely sample delivery for marketing and sales initiatives. 
• Deliverables: 
• Process flow documentation 
• Improvement plan with timelines and stakeholder alignment 

• Consumer Segmentation Deep Dive 
• Objective: Analyze consumer data to refine Lifestyle target personas and identify gaps in the current product offering (style, color, price point) 
• Business Impact: Enhances merchandising decisions for upcoming seasons and informs product narratives to better connect with key consumer segments. 
• Deliverables: 
• Segmentation report with actionable insights 
• Recommendations for product and USP alignment 

Skills & Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business/Marketing, Industrial/ProductDesign, Merchandising or a related field 
• Passion for Lifestyle Footwear and Fashion space; knowledge of product and retailers in competitive space 
• Willing to commit to the intern position for three months onsite in Seattle, WA 
• Willingness to learn and gain hands-on experience 
• Able to commit up to 40 hours a week to be physically present at HQ 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Experience with Flex PLM a plus 
• Strong organizational skills 
• Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products 
• Must be able to collaborate in a team-oriented environment 
• Embrace Brooks values! 

Benefits: Paid Internship  Sign-on bonus to provide financial support before first paycheck  Housing Subsidy  Travel Fee Coverage  Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage 60% Employee Discount  Paid Holidays  
Compensation: Undergraduate Intern: $27/hour 

At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.