Converse Global Partner Market Undergraduate Intern

Become part of the Converse Team

Converse is a place to explore potential, break barriers 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 Converse, it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving world to make things better as a team.

Who Converse represents is who Converse hires. If you're one-of-a-kind, you should try us on.

Converse is the story of a sneaker that started on the court and moved to the stage and street. We're a company ready for change and that's who we hire: the most malleable, the most innovative, and the most creative. Our clothes and sneakers have been worn by rebels, rockers, rappers, artists, thinkers, and individuals. At Converse, it's about each person bringing their authentic self, skills, and passion to serve during the daring spirit of youth.

The Converse Global Partner Markets team is the driver behind innovative business strategy & brand energy globally that spans across our 500+ stores and our 40+ country landscape ( in Latin America, Central + Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa, and SEAIA). As a Converse geography, we are proud to provide our partners with top-tier guidance in regard to Planning & Analytics, Merchandising, Marketing, Marketplace Management, and Strategy as they manage the Converse brand in their territories.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

You are the future of Global Converse Stores Retail - we are searching for someone who will bring optimism and energy to the team. You're eager to learn and ask questions every step of the way. You work at your own pace and focus on building your skills. You know you'll complete your internship with a sense of growth, connection and an even bigger appetite for Global Converse Stores and Retail!

Working in retail , you'll help drive the most innovative store concepts and builds best in class customer experiences for our consumers. You will be a part of shaping the future of sport, understanding retail stores concepts working with multiple stakeholders for the consumer all while helping to create a world class environment for retail field teams across the globe.

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE:

As a Global Partner Market Intern , you will be a part of how Converse comes to life in stores and marketplaces at scale around the world. In this role, y ou'll be supporting the Converse team on the future of retail . You'll have the opportunity to work cross as a central member of the GPM Team and will collaborate / partner with the extended GPM team and our licensee and distributor partners to unlock growth opportunities and drive the overall success of our business!

• Support the implementation of store-related projects, such as store openings, renovations, and seasonal campaigns
• Collaborate with various departments to support store initiatives while working with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and apply data-driven solutions to real-world challenges
• Identify opportunities to streamline store processes, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards
• Work closely with the retail team to brainstorm and implement initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction
• Collect and analyze sales data, foot traffic patterns, and other key performance indicators
• Conduct research and analysis on different global markets, identifying trends, customer preferences, and competition. Assist in generating reports and presenting findings to support strategic decision-making

This is a 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 Inc. Internship Program Recap Video

This internship- is located in-person at the Converse Headquarters in Boston, MA. Click here to learn more about life at Converse.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Qualifications:

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for international business and market dynamics
• Understanding of retail store systems and equipment preferred
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree with an expected graduation date of Winter 2024 - Spring 202 5
• Basic knowledge of business , operations , and retail environment

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of personalities with sometimes a high level of ambiguity
• Ability to work in global environment with a strong understanding of culture nuances
• Strong interpersonal skills and open to learning new tools/techniques
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data effectively

Converse is more than a company; it's a worldwide advocate for self-expression. This belief motivates our employees, permeates our working environment and inspires our products. No two of us look or think exactly alike. We are each one-of-a-kind. Individually and as a culture, we have the freedom to create and grow professionally. Generous benefits packages only sweeten the experience. From Boston to Shanghai, from Brand Design to Finance, Converse is a brand that celebrates the unique and creative people of the world. Together, we're different.

How We Hire

At NIKE, Inc. we promise to provide a premium, inclusive, compelling and authentic candidate experience. Delivering on this promise means we allow you to be at your best - and to do that, you need to understand how the hiring process works. Transparency is key.

• This overview explains our hiring process for corporate roles. Note there may be different hiring steps involved for non-corporate roles

Benefits

Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.