Job Specifications
Are you passionate about trail running and the intersection of sport, community and 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: KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon (on-site)
Duration: 10 weeks
Compensation: $22/hour
Program Duration: Monday, June 15th – Friday, August 21st
What You'll Do
As an Intern at KEEN (KEENtern), you’ll dive into the exciting world of footwear, innovation, and community! You’ll 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 supporting the Utility business and account base w/in the strategic pillar, executing activations instore with store staff through training, brand activations, and brand engagement. You will work hands on across strategic sales and marketing pillars in the go to market process, maximizing sell through, reporting, and ensuring the brand comes to life in an impactful way. This 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 teams including sales, marketing, product, community engagement with account partners.
Essential Responsibilities
Support & manage account training and activation tools, ie: training tech video’s 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
Assist in retail education tool creation and roll out
Account interaction preparation
Market insights and competitive analysis, ability research and report to management
Assist in category business development, making account visits and connections
Assist in preparation for Utility community facing events and milestones
Minimum Qualifications
Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's 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 dedicate 40 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 composing, typing and 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 We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who embodies our passion for creativity, sustainability, and the great outdoors. Our ideal KEENtern is:
Passionate: Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, committed to sustainability, or fascinated by footwear trends and innovation, you’re excited to engage with the world around you.
Creatively Minded: You’re detail-oriented, love bringing fresh ideas to life, and have a knack for solving problems.
A Strong Communicator: Whether it’s collaborating with a team or presenting ideas, you know how to express yourself clearly and effectively.
Proactive & Eager to Learn: You’re curious, ready to ask questions, take initiative, and dive into new challenges with enthusiasm.
Why Intern with Us?
Being a KEENtern Means You’re Not Just An Intern—you’re a Valued Part Of Our KEEN Community. Here’s 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 P
About the Company
KEEN is a values led, outdoor footwear brand with a mission to responsibly create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN ignited a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport sandal, launching the concept of Hybrid footwear into the market and setting KEEN on a path of driving consistent product innovation that exists today. As a company, we strive to live by our values, from the products we make to the actions we take, and by activati...
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