Fit Team Intern

About the Role

The Fit Team Intern at KEEN will support the Fit Testing operation for the Product Engineering team. This role will gain hands-on experience in footwear analysis, technical shoe teardown, and understanding shoe fit and quality from development through commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cross-functional support to the KEEN Fit Testing operation.
• Perform data entry, sample tracking, and report generation in Centric.
• Manage necessary administrative tools.
• Conduct On-Foot Fit Testing.
• Perform footwear measuring and Fit Tester foot measuring.
• Review product spec measurement for quality execution.
• Perform Footwear Photography.
• Compile fit test findings to create Centric fit test reports.
• Organize samples.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Operations, and other teams.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Adobe Illustrator.
• Centric (for data entry and report generation).
• Calipers, rulers/tape measure, and other measurement tools.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Footwear or Product Development/Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student in an accredited college or university, or have recently graduated.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week during the internship program (Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and be available to work on-site 5 days/week.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Proficient in creating visually clear diagrams and report findings using words, shapes, lines, charts, and photos.
• Curious to learn the dynamics of footwear quality.
• Motivated to work hands-on with product.
• Understands measurement principles and geometry.
• Able to measure with calipers, rulers/tape measure, and other measurement tools.
• Role may involve pushing, pulling, and lifting heavy boxes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail in preparing presentations, reports, and materials.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
• Able to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Able to perform essential functions, including using a computer for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Occasional travel in and around the larger Portland area.