Merchandising Intern - Rookie Program FW' 2025
Merchandising Intern - Rookie Program FW' 2025
Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here.
The Rookie Program
Do you have what it takes to make an impact?! Join the Under Armour Rookie (internship) Program:
Start date 1st of September '25 - Jan 31st '26
In order to be eligible for an internship you must be:
Enrolled in a Dutch University (not on-line) in a Bachelor or a Master for the entire duration of the program (full 5 months) AND be an EU citizen passport holder OR a Non-EU Citizen studying in the Netherlands (Internship should be then a mandatory part of your curriculum).
At Under Armour, we're looking for fearless Rookies who are ready to take on a challenge! As a company dedicated to making athletes better, our ultimate goal is to inspire you with performance solutions that you never knew you needed but can't imagine living without. As an Under Armour intern, you'll have the opportunity to play a crucial role in bringing our mission and vision to life through a hands-on project that challenges you to develop new skills and push boundaries. This strategic project will test your skills and help you challenge the status quo, making a real business impact during your 5-month internship.
Alongside this project, you'll work closely with a mentor and cross-functional teams, gaining valuable global exposure and collaborating with talented professionals from across the company. With access to executive Q&A sessions and personalized guidance from our talent advisors, you'll be well-equipped to tackle any challenge that comes your way.
At Under Armour, we believe that an intern's experience should be enriched beyond their job responsibilities. That's why our interns get unparalleled Go-To-Market exposure and learn how our innovative products transition from development to sales and ultimately into the market.
Our internship program is designed to provide a holistic understanding of the Under Armour brand. Through in-person and online training, you'll have a deep dive into our values, expand your horizons, and connect with a powerful network of professionals worldwide through our career coaching platform.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to participate in our Teammate Resource Groups, where you can share experiences, build relationships, and grow as a team. You will also step inside the exciting world of retail and explore the fast-paced environment that keeps our customers coming back for more.
Purpose of Role
The merchandising rookie will support Under Armour’s EMEA merchandising team & its distributor partners across European, Middle Eastern and African markets. This role will assist in analyzing market trends, preparing seasonal range presentations, and coordinating with distributors to ensure effective product placement. The rookie will gain hands-on experience in how Under Armour merchandising strategies are tailored to regional markets while helping drive commercial growth and brand consistency.
STRATEGIC PROJECT:
- Develop a merchandising strategy for one of our key distributor regions
- Analyze that region’s market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape to identify key growth categories and untapped opportunities
- Develop region-specific product assortment recommendations that balance global brand directives with local climate, cultural considerations, and consumer behaviors
- Create a comprehensive merchandising playbook for that region with guidelines for product selection, inventory management to maximize sell through and brand presence
Your Impact
- Insights: Enhance Under Armour’s knowledge of market and regional specific needs within the distributor landscape for regional and global merchandising functions to incorporate in their seasonal strategies.
- Support Strategic Decisions: Help define optimal product assortments, range recommendations for each of the channels within the distributor regions
- Learn and Grow: Gain hands-on experience of being part of the
Qualifications
- Master’s program in Business, Fashion, International Business or related field
- A passion and understanding of the sports and sporting goods industry is a plus
- Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. PowerPoint and Excel)
- Comfort with large datasets and attention to detail in data interpretation
- Organized, capable of managing multiple tasks, and able to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Workplace Location
- Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Amsterdam office.
- Return to Work Designation: Starting in October, teammates are required to work on-site for 3 days per week. This will increase to 4 days per week beginning January 2026
Relocation
- No relocation provided
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Benefits & Perks
- 750 euro gross monthly allowance
- Health and Wellness allowance (50 euro net monthly) OR Free Classpass membership
- Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
- Access to Under Amour's Human Performance Institute (Gym) on site
- NS Business Card
- 38 hours working week
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Amsterdam, NL, 1076 CM