Marketing Vanguard Program (MVP) Graduate Internship
NikeNIKE is one of the most recognizable brands in the world. That brand dominance is achieved through every facet of our business – from innovative products to five-star mobile apps to amazing consumer experiences. Nike’s Worldwide Marketing team powers storytelling and experiences that bring the brand strategies to life for our consumers. We employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate, and form lasting relationships with consumers. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, taking marketing into the future and bringing the world with it.
Join Nike’s Worldwide Marketing team as a Marketing Vanguard Program Graduate Intern to unleash your potential and immerse yourself in the exciting and inspiring world of sports and our brand! During this internship, we will provide an extensive core curriculum of on-the-job experience, leadership mentorship and personal development.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We’re looking for digital natives who are passionate about fusing art and science to define the marketing skillset of the future. Participants will gain exposure to the existing consumer and brand planning experience. This role will work across all phases of marketing, from concepting to production to activation. We believe in delivering a premium, compelling, and authentic experience to all MVP program participants.
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.
Throughout an 8-10 week summer internship, you will receive on-the-job experiences within Worldwide Marketing and work with a variety of leaders to build the future of sport through consumer-right marketing plans. Examples of project work may include:
- Partner on holistic seasonal go-to-market plans.
- Support development of brand plans.
- Research, evaluate and develop a deep understanding of the social, cultural and digital landscape and sport trends to help define opportunities to shape the future of Sport.
This role will also be a member of a MVP cohort, navigating a similar experience across the Nike business and matrix together.
This is a 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 MBA program or Master’s in Marketing with an expected graduation date of Spring 2027
- 3-5 years work experience strongly preferred
- Direct Marketing experience can vary from 1-4 years
- Collaborative, innovative, and strategic problem solver, with a proven track record to drive and deliver results
- Passion for sport and Nike
- Global perspective
- Cover letter and resume submission (PDF) strongly preferred
This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR. Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus: Nike WHQ Campus Video
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.