Merchandising & Product Data Analytics Intern

Location: Portland, OR Department: Product Management/Merchandising

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: Merchandising & Product Data Analytics Intern Location: KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon (on-site) Duration: 10 weeks Compensation: $22/hour Program Duration: Monday, June 14th – Friday, August 20th

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 Merchandising & Product Data Analytics Intern, you’ll partner with the Merchandising team and cross-functional stakeholders to turn product and business data into clear, actionable insights. You’ll help modernize reporting, improve visibility and automation, strengthen how teams use Centric PLM, and support testing and validation for the Centric-SAP upgrade. Your work will create lasting tools and process improvements that help the team operate more efficiently and get greater value from its systems and data.

Essential Responsibilities

Support the revamp of Power BI reports and dashboards used by Merchandising, improving data visibility, usability, accuracy, and automation.

Gather business requirements and translate them into reporting solutions, key performance indicators, and clear documentation.

Analyze product and merchandising data to identify trends, data-quality gaps, and opportunities to improve decision-making.

Review current Centric PLM workflows and data practices, recommend process improvements, and create user guides or job aids.

Assist with the Centric-SAP upgrade by developing test scenarios, executing user acceptance testing, validating data and system outputs, and documenting issues.

Partner with Merchandising, Product, IT/Data, and other cross-functional teams to reconcile information and promote consistent data definitions and processes.

Summarize findings, project progress, and recommendations for stakeholders through clear reports and presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s or masters degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, Business, 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 work 40 hours/week during the internship program during normal working hours (Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and be available to work in the office 5 days/week.

Experience using Power BI or another business intelligence and data-visualization tool; experience building or improving dashboards is preferred.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including organizing, analyzing, and validating data; familiarity with Power Query is a plus.

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

Ability to translate business questions into clear analysis and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Interest in merchandising, product lifecycle management, footwear, or retail; exposure to Centric PLM, SAP, or another PLM/ERP system is a plus.

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 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 Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, Business, 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 materia