Sprinter Internship Program 2026
Sprinter1d ago
Sprinter is looking for students or recent graduates for their 2026 internship program. The role offers professional development, paid internships, and flexible schedules.
AlicanteNo Spanish needed
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On-site in Alicante·Added 24 days ago
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Overview
Job details
Permanent contract
Per the ad.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Sprinter doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Alicante
No relocation package mentioned.
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
“Formación en el ámbito de Patronaje, Confección y Diseño textil (FP Superior, CFGS o similar).” — per the ad.
Benefits
Private health insurance
Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.
Flexible pay plan
Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.
Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Training in the field of Pattern Making, Garment Construction, and Textile Design (Higher Vocational Training, CFGS, or similar).
- Knowledge of the production stages of a product in the textile, footwear, or accessories area.
- Advanced level of Excel.
- English level B2.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- Flexible schedule.
- Flexible compensation (health insurance, restaurant, transportation, childcare...).
- Employee discount.
- Personalized development plan and career path in an international environment (JD Group).
- Wide training catalog in hard and soft skills (languages, technical training...)
- On-site sports facilities.
The role
As an Apparel Developer, you will be the person responsible for contributing to the continuous improvement of the product from a technical perspective, improving quality according to standards and legislation, and ensuring product compliance.
What you'll do
- Send documentation to suppliers to ensure the implementation and monitoring of the product, guaranteeing established deadlines.
- Management of product development and sample approval (completion of technical sheets, evaluation of raw materials, accessories, measurements, and other specific details), ensuring necessary modifications and improvements with the supplier and offering appropriate technical solutions in case difficulties arise for the original development.
- Closely monitor orders and the production plan, ensuring compliance with deadlines, procedures, and quality requirements.
- Close collaboration with the design, purchasing, quality, logistics, and import areas.
- Definition of target prices and negotiation, supplier selection, sending documentation, placing orders, and management of delivery deadlines.
- Competitor analysis and benchmarking.
- Identify new opportunities to expand or renew the range.
- Collaborate with our office in China, for close management with suppliers in problem-solving and process or product improvements.
- Provide support to the area coordinator:
-Ensuring that factories and suppliers follow our instructions and needs.
-Ensuring compliance with standards and dates.
-Providing weekly feedback on the status of each supplier and the feeling regarding possible incidents.
How you'll work
- Working hours: 39
- Location: Alicante
About Sprinter
Sprinter is a Spanish sports and outdoor retail chain specializing in footwear, apparel, and equipment for running, hiking, and other outdoor activities. With a strong presence across Spain, the company operates numerous physical stores and an online platform, positioning itself as a key player in the Iberian sports retail market. It is part of the larger JD Sports Fashion group, which provides scale and international backing.
In Spain, Sprinter is headquartered in Madrid and has a widespread network of stores across the country, including cities like San Sebastián, Barcelona, Cartagena, and Mahón. The company offers a dynamic retail environment with roles in store management, merchandising, logistics, data analysis, and marketing. For international professionals, Sprinter provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced retail sector with a strong Spanish presence, though the work environment is primarily Spanish-speaking.
- Founded
- 1995
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastián and 11 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Sprinter is part of the JD Sports group, a global leader in sports fashion retail, offering potential career mobility across international markets.
- The company has a strong presence across Spain, with stores in many cities, providing opportunities in various locations beyond Madrid.
- Many roles, such as store management and sales assistant positions, are customer-facing and require Spanish language proficiency, which is important for international candidates.
- Sprinter offers trainee and internship programs (e.g., 'Programa de prácticas Sprinter') that can be a good entry point for international graduates looking to start a career in retail.
- The company's headquarters in Madrid is a major hub for its corporate functions, including merchandising, data analysis, and logistics.
In their own words
About the company & team
We opened our first Sprinter store in Valencia in 1995, and since then, we've become the go-to place for anyone who's passionate about sports and athletic fashion. With more than 200 physical stores and an online shop, we carry leading brands like Nike, Adidas, Reebok, and Fila, as well as our own brands like Up, Silver, Doone, and Boriken, among others.
As part of JD Group, a leader in Sports, Street & Premium Fashion, we have around 97,000 people and more than 4,850 stores of various brands in over 49 countries. We offer you the opportunity to develop your career in this constantly growing international group!
At Sprinter we offer an environment based on cooperation and mutual respect, with a strong commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. All people will be considered regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, or degree of disability.
Our selection processes are based on the professional skills evaluation model and we value passion, willingness to learn, and grow in an international environment.
Are you interested?
We want to meet you! If you think this offer is for you, apply today.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive for our job openings, it takes some time to review them all. If you don't hear back from us within two to three weeks after applying, please consider that on this occasion we have decided to move forward with other candidates. Those who meet the criteria will be contacted by the Talent team. Thank you for your interest and time!
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