NIKE is a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data, and providing leading edge engineering and systems support, our teams in NIKE’s Global Technology organization exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate, and serve consumers more directly and personally. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with it.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Software Engineering Interns will support various functions across the enterprise. The ideal candidate has the ability to see the big picture, understand how technology impacts the entire organization, and possess a passion for consumer-facing digital technology and innovation.

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.

Intern Project Examples Include:

• Design and build innovative web or mobile experiences that make it easier and more engaging for consumers to interact with NIKE’s digital products.
• Improve the performance, scalability, or reliability of backend services that support NIKE’s consumer-facing platforms and applications.
• Analyze product and consumer data, then collaborate in brainstorming sessions to recommend and prototype features that better meet consumer expectations.

This is an 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 Nike Internship Program Recap Video 

WHAT YOU BRING:

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and Spring 2028
• Background in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related technical field
• 0-2 years work experience
• Resume submission (PDF strongly preferred)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Foundational programming experience in at least one language, such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, or Swift, gained through coursework, academic projects, or personal projects

• Ability to write organized, readable code and use basic testing and debugging practices

• Understanding of core software development concepts, including data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, or web development fundamentals

PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Exposure to designing or building web or mobile applications through coursework, personal projects, hackathons, student organizations, research, or a previous internship

• Familiarity with front-end or mobile development tools such React, Node.js, Xcode, or Android Studio.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms or services such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud

• Exposure to version control, APIs, databases, collaborative coding, or code review practices

MYNEXT: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future 

This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. Phil H. Knight Campus in Beaverton, OR. Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus: Nike PHK Campus Video