Internship (f/m/d) Product development and prototyping GORE-TEX shoes

W.L. Gore & Associates
W.L. Gore & Associates

Product · Intern

Delaware, USA · Feldkirchen, Germany · Feldkirchen-Westerham, Germany · Belarus · Westerham, UK

Posted on Oct 30, 2026

About the Role

Starting March 2027, we are offering an exciting 6-month internship (f/m/d) to support our GORE-TEX R&D Footwear Team in the areas of product development and prototyping in Feldkirchen-Westerham, in the greater Munich area. You’ll have the opportunity to help develop the very innovations that make our products even better and more appealing.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage product-related subprojects from concept to implementation in collaboration with our research and development department
  • Develop constructive solutions to technical challenges using 3D printing and hands-on prototyping
  • Conduct material and product analyses using modern measurement methods; develop new testing procedures as needed
  • Supporting field tests: organization, failure analysis, evaluation, and presentation of results
  • Optimizing processes and equipment in the production environment through exciting sub-projects
  • Statistical analysis of technical data, visualization of results, and derivation of recommendations

Qualifications

  • You are enrolled in a technical degree program such as mechanical engineering, materials science, textile engineering, or a comparable field
  • Initial experience with 3D CAD programs (e.g., SolidWorks™) is a plus
  • Fluency in English and good German skills
  • Basic knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SAS JMP) and programming (e.g., VBA) is a plus
  • Ability to work in a team and work independently and reliably
  • Clear and open communication, as well as the ability to persuasively present your own ideas
  • Structured, detail-oriented, and analytical approach
  • Curiosity and a spirit of inquiry when faced with new challenges
  • Initiative, commitment, and enjoyment of international collaboration
  • Passion for outdoor activities such as running or hiking is a plus

That's what you've got to look forward to

  • Join a highly motivated team and a great working atmosphere
  • An interesting and challenging opportunity with an international focus
  • A very good compensation
  • An experienced Sponsor who will help you with advice and support
  • Sports activities, work-life-balance, free coffee, tea and fruits, a subsidized canteen and more

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.