Fan Insights Communications Intern

Are you passionate about sandals boots and everything in between 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: Fan Insights Communications Intern
Location: KEENs Global Headquarters in Portland Oregon (on-site)
Duration: 10 weeks
Compensation: $22/hour
Program Duration: Monday June 14th Friday August 20th

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.

Were looking for someone to join the Fan Insights team and level up how we communicate and educate teams across KEEN about who our Fans are and what makes them special. The Fan Insights team is the hub for KEEN Fan knowledge running surveys tests interviews and studies that help bring the voice of the Fan into our work.

As the Fan Insights KEENtern youll be our internal storyteller and PR leadturning research into engaging shareable content that teams can understand and use. Were seeking a strong writer and creative communicator who can spot a compelling story translate insights into clear and approachable messages and bring fresh ideas to life across written visual and video formats. Youre organized proactive comfortable collaborating across teams and excited to learn more about consumer insights and the KEEN Fan.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create engaging internal contentincluding short videos one-pagers posters and Campfire poststhat brings Fan stories and research findings to life.
• Build and maintain a searchable Fan Library of video clips quotes study highlights and other resources organized so teams can easily find and use them.
• Develop and manage a consistent cadence of internal Fan Insights communications including Fan spotlights study recaps and What Fans Told Us This Month updates.
• Partner with the Fan Insights team to identify the strongest stories from each study and recommend creative ways to share them across KEEN.
• Support consumer research activities including helping field surveys and studies using Quantilope dScout and Qualtrics.
• Update PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets using established templates including organizing information creating basic charts and preparing materials for internal teams.
• Provide day-to-day project support to the Fan Insights team including organizing research materials documenting key information and completing assigned tasks with guidance and feedback.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed abachelors degree in Marketing Business Communications or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the Junior Senior or Graduate level. You will also be considered if you have recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to work40 hours/week during the internship program during normal working hours (MondayFriday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM) and be available to work in the office 5 days/week.

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 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 Communications or a related field.
• Be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Commit to a 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August.
• Dedicate 40 hours per week during standard M-F work week.
• This is an onsite role located at our beautiful headquarters office in Portland OR.
• Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills strong attention to detail in preparation of presentations reports and materials.
• Demonstrate strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation including using a computer for extended periods.

Travel: 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.

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