Footwear Materials Intern
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Job Location:
San Leandro, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role
Ariat is seeking a motivated and curious-minded Footwear Material Intern to join our innovative team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in material development while contributing to the evolution of industry-leading products. The intern will collaborate closely with the materials team to help bring products to market while learning the complete footwear product creation processfrom concept to production.
As a Footwear Material Intern youll become part of a team that values craftsmanship innovation and authenticity. Ariat is committed to helping you grow professionally while enjoying a fun inclusive and creative work environment. Expect mentorship hands-on projects and exposure to real-world product development cycles.
What Youll Gain
Experience in Material Development:
- Overview of the Footwear Material Development process (concept to commercialization)
- Learn Centric PLM system
- Work with the Materials Manager on various projects to learn about different materials and manufacturing processes
- Hands-on projects in the materials library to support the footwear Product Creation Team
Technical Skills:
- Gain understanding of the material development process including color approvals development tracking and physical testing requirements for various footwear materials.
- Learn how material choices impact fit costing and performance of different types of footwear.
- Leather 101 an introduction to leather making from tanning to finishing and an understanding of raw material sourcing
Presentation & Communication:
- Participation in team meetings and presentation of work as required.
- Present internship goals and outcomes to the team at the conclusion of the program.
By the end of the internship the intern will:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the footwear industry including material development.
- Learn the full lifecycle of material development from concept to commercialization
- Develop new materials throughout the seasonal process.
About You
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Material Science/ Textile Engineering Textile and Fashion Design or similar degrees.
- Knowledge and curiosity of materials construction and manufacturing are preferred
- Organized and attentive to detail strong written and verbal communication skills with product management experience.
- Passionate about footwear and eager to learn from a collaborative fast-paced team
About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative global outdoor brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride work and play outdoors and care about performance quality comfort and style.
The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.
The salary is determined by the applicants education experience knowledge skills and abilities; internal equity; and alignment with market data for the geographic location. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical dental and vision insurance options as well as a 401(k).
Ariat will consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex orientation national origin age disability genetics or any other basis protected under federal state or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process email .
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Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Ariat is a performance footwear and clothing brand with an emphasis on technology and innovation. Shop our newest Western, Work, English, and Outdoor styles now.
