Account Activation Intern, KEEN Utility

Are you passionate abouttrail running and the intersection of sportcommunityand business Do you live and breathe sustainability Do you have a creative eye a hunger to learn and a KEEN interest in the outdoor industry If you said yes to any of the above we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position: Account Activation Intern KEEN Utility
Location: KEENs Global Headquarters in Portland Oregon (on-site)
Duration: 10 weeks
Compensation: $22/hour
Program Duration: Monday June 15th Friday August 21st

What Youll Do

As an Intern at KEEN (KEENtern) youll dive into the exciting world of footwear innovation and community! Youll get hands-on experience working alongside industry experts and contribute to shaping the future of KEEN.

As the Utility Account Activation Intern(Utility focused) you will play a pivotal role in supportingthe Utility business and account base w/in the strategic pillar executing activations instore with store staff through training brand activations and brand will work hands on acrossstrategic sales and marketing pillars in thego to marketprocess maximizingsellthrough reportingand ensuring the brand comes to life in an impactful position offers hands-on experience in the execution of sales and marketing priorities collaborating internally and externally with key business partners. You will work cross functionally across internal teamsincluding sales marketing product communityengagement with account partners.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support & manage account training and activation tools ie: training tech videos PPT presentations and toolkits for sales staff in partnership with the marketing teams

• Weekly sell through data analysis(learn and impact improvement) help drive sell through wins in omni channel

• Strategic key account support training activation partnership working closely with marketing and sales leaders for strong collaboration

• In store and virtual brand and utility product training to store staff activate the brand in-real-life support the brand story telling to account base and trade shows

• Seasonal sales tool upkeep and organization

• Product seeding and sample organization and support

• Assistin retail educationtool creationand roll out

• Account interaction preparation

• Market insights and competitive analysis ability research and report to management

• Assistin category businessdevelopmentmaking account visits and connections

• Assistinpreparation for Utilitycommunity facing events and milestones

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed abachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field

• Relevant coursework or experience in sales marketing is a plus

• Must be enrolled an accredited college or university at the Junior Senior or Graduate level

• Must be able to dedicate40 hours/week toward the internship during normal M-F PST working hours

• Majority of time will be in KEEN office some hybrid work limited local field work

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Exceptional attention to detail in composingtypingand proofing materials

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

• Ability to learn new software programs

• Ability to solve problems with a positive attitude

• Ability to work independently collaboratively and on tight deadlines

• Able to sit and/or stand at a desk and use a computer for extended periods of time

• Excel data analytics skills including VLOOKUP Pivot Tables etc.

• Experience creating quality PowerPoint presentations

• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook Word

What Were Looking For:

Were seeking someone who embodies our passion for creativity sustainability and the great outdoors. Our ideal KEENtern is:

• Passionate: Whether youre an outdoor enthusiast committed to sustainability or fascinated by footwear trends and innovation youre excited to engage with the world around you.
• Creatively Minded: Youre detail-oriented love bringing fresh ideas to life and have a knack for solving problems.
• A Strong Communicator: Whether its collaborating with a team or presenting ideas you know how to express yourself clearly and effectively.
• Proactive & Eager to Learn: Youre curious ready to ask questions take initiative and dive into new challenges with enthusiasm.

Why Intern with Us

Being a KEENtern means youre not just an internyoure a valued part of our KEEN community. Heres what you can look forward to:

• Meaningful Work: Tackle real-world projects that make an impact gaining valuable hands-on experience at a globally recognized brand.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with talented teammates and work on in a group project with other KEENterns.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry experts and mentors who can help shape your career.
• Perks & Benefits: Enjoy product discounts a subsidized cafeteria and an inspiring workspace.
• Outdoor Adventures: Immerse yourself in Portland a vibrant city nestled between the mountains and the coast a hub for all things outdoors such as hiking biking rafting camping and climbing.

Program Requirements:

To qualify for this internship you must:

• Be a Junior Senior or Graduate student working toward a degree in Marketing Business or a related field.
• Be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Commit to a 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August
• Dedicate40 hoursper week during standard M-F PST working hours
• All roles are located in Portland able to move to Portland during the duration of the internship if you are not already living here.
• Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail in preparation of presentations reports and materials.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
• Comfortable sitting at a desk and using a computer for extended periods of time.

Travel Requirement:Occasional travel in and around the larger Portland area to support activations.

Ready to Take the Next Step
If youre ready to take your passions to the next level and be part of a world-class team please apply.

Other Requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.

Fuerst Group KEEN and Chrome are equal opportunity employers. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status or disability.