Run Perception Graduate Internship, R&D

About the Role

Brooks Running is offering a 6-month graduate internship position focused on Run Perception, R&D, at their Seattle HQ. The internship targets a start date of January 11, 2027, with a compensation of $33.00/hr and a schedule of 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand athletic product design features and components, and how they influence fit, feel, and ride.
• Conduct internal and external perception testing data collections for inline footwear and the sourcing team, including participant recruitment, survey creation, qualitative analysis, and data synthesis.
• Compile and present scientific reports via PowerPoint, summarizing findings based on runner feedback for product improvement.
• Conduct Run Perception studies to develop innovative testing procedures and optimize products.
• Utilize advanced data analytics skills to mine data in Tableau historical dashboards containing over 3 million words of perception testing feedback from the last six years to recommend product improvements.
• Employ AI-powered tools to analyze and summarize wear test feedback, identifying patterns and insights.
• Develop engaging relationships with product testers and the Brooks community.
• Assist with the management of the Brooks perception testing community social media account on Facebook, including timely responses and content creation.
• Undertake a specific project under manager supervision, leveraging analytical skills and graduate coursework, to be presented to senior leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Willingness to commit to the intern position for six months onsite in Seattle, WA.
• Willingness to learn and gain hands-on experience.
• Ability to commit to up to 40 hours a week, physically present at HQ.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Well-developed quantitative skills with an aptitude for report-building, data mining, and interpretation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products.
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience using AI for data analysis support or brainstorming is desired.
• Embrace Brooks values.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a background in biomechanics, kinesiology, and/or exercise science or an equivalent analytical field.
• Product creation or running retail experience is ideal.
• Understanding of Brooks' product line and competitors is desired.