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NIKE, Inc. 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. Innovation Underfoot Systems Engineer Graduate Internship role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

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NIKE, Inc. Innovation Underfoot Systems Engineer Graduate Internship

Q: Where is the NIKE, Inc. Innovation Underfoot Systems Engineer Graduate Internship role at NIKE, Inc. based?

This role is based in Beaverton, OR.

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MS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $132k (62 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Invent, evaluate and characterize future cushioning systems as a graduate engineering intern

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on R&D inside Nike Innovation Underfoot Systems, inventing cushioning tech end-to-end from athlete needs to validation.

Might not be for you. 10-week internship with a narrow graduation window (Dec 2027-Jun 2028) — not for those graduating earlier or seeking full-time roles.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution PhD-friendlyInternship-friendly Written with care

Adjacent materials rolePlastics molding, injection tooling, mold design experience preferred

H-1B filings

NIKE, Inc. 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.

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Seniority: Intern/Co-op
Work: On-site
Type: Internship
Degree: MS
Industry: Consumer goods
Role: R&D / Research
Relocation: Offered

Materials

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Techniques

Design of Experiments (DOE)84 roles

Benefits

relocation assistanceequity/stock

Role details

Position Type

Full Time

Career area

Business Operations

Location

1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States

Job ID

R-94431

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

Nike Innovation Underfoot Systems are a team focused on inventing future cushioning technologies and systems. The team consists of a collection of engineers, scientists, and innovators with a passion to create new technologies that benefit all of the world's athletes*. The team works from end to end, understanding athlete needs, delivering new concepts through ideation, method of make development and validation to advance cushioning systems for all athletes.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

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As a Cushioning Engineering Intern, you'll work with the Cushioning Innovation team to invent, innovate, evaluate and characterize future cushioning systems to help us better understand their function and performance. To do this successfully you will have a strong engineering problem solving mindset, a bias for getting your hands dirty, a self-starter mentality, and a positive energy that you show up with every day. You will be curious at your core, willing to challenge assumptions and imagine new possibilities. You will also exhibit an ability to clearly communicate complex technical topics to diverse audiences and at all levels within the organization.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

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We’re looking for a curious and creative intern with a passion for learning and pushing the limits of what’s possible. As a Cushioning Engineer Intern, you will support the development of new performance based cushioning systems that result in growth opportunities and competitive advantages in the marketplace. This is a hands-on role that supports research and development of product innovations.

Pursuing a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
Proven project management skills including experience with project tracking tools
Experience creating and executing Design of Experiments (DOE)
Comfortable running complex machinery with high regard for safety
Familiarity with systems thinking approach and application
Strong data analytics: capture, analysis, and presentation skills
Excellent multi-tasking and organization skills
Systematic and creative problem-solving skills
Plastics molding, injection tooling, mold design experience preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use manual tools
Experience creating and/or interpreting 3D models with design engineering software such as Rhino, Siemens NX, a plus.
Strong communication skills with ability to communicate across a variety of audiences

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

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.