Footwear Design Intern

About the Role

• Position: Footwear Design Intern
• Location: KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon (on-site)
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Compensation: $22/hour
• Program Dates: Monday, June 14th – Friday, August 20th

Key Responsibilities

• Design shoes and shoe components.
• Create vector art of shoes.
• Print 3D models and prepare them for review by product teams.
• Assist design principals in the ideation, refinement, and finalization of footwear designs.
• Create specifications and revise 2D and 3D schematics.
• Contribute to shaping the future of KEEN by working on footwear prototypes, 3D models, componentry, and innovation studies.
• Engage with the world of footwear, innovation, and community.
• Tackle real-world projects that make an impact.
• Partner with talented teammates and work on a group project with other KEENterns.
• Build connections with industry experts and mentors.
• Occasional travel in and around the larger Portland area to support activations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Adobe Suite design applications (expert level)
• 3D modeling capability
• Excellent drawing, illustration, and rendering skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including using a computer for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the Junior, Senior, or Graduate level, or have recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to work 40 hours/week during the internship program during normal working hours (Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
• Must be available to work in the office 5 days/week.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail in preparation of presentations, reports, and materials.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Passionate about creativity, sustainability, and the great outdoors.
• Creatively minded, detail-oriented, and love bringing fresh ideas to life.
• Proactive and eager to learn.