adidas Commercial Operations Intern - Summer Internship Program

Job Title

Commercial Operations Intern – COPS Process Automation

Internship Type

Summer Internship (2 Months)

Eligible Majors

Business Administration
Logistics & Supply Chain
Engineering

(Year 2 or Year 3 undergraduate students)

Internship Overview

The Commercial Operations Intern – COPS Process Automation will support the automation and optimization of end‑to‑end (E2E) Commercial Operations Planning & Support (COPS) processes , with a primary focus on the Order‑to‑Cash (O2C) cycle . The intern will gain hands-on exposure to commercial workflows, data accuracy, and cross‑functional coordination while contributing to process efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Support E2E automation initiatives across Commercial Operations (COPS) processes.
Overlook the End‑to‑End Order‑to‑Cash (O2C) cycle , ensuring:
Timely and accurate order entry and release
Accuracy of product information
Stock availability alignment
Correct pricing and trade terms
Assist in monitoring and validating order processing accuracy and operational compliance.
Support coordination with Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and Customer Service teams to resolve order-related issues.
Participate in process mapping and documentation to identify gaps and automation opportunities.
Support data analysis related to order fulfillment performance and operational KPIs .
Assist in preparing reports, trackers, and dashboards related to COPS and O2C performance.
Contribute to continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy, and cycle time reduction.

Learning Outcomes

Practical exposure to Commercial Operations and Order‑to‑Cash processes
Understanding of E2E process automation and optimization
Hands-on experience working with cross‑functional stakeholders
Development of analytical, operational, and problem‑solving skills
Insight into commercial systems, data flow, and supply chain integration

Ideal Candidate Profile

Year 2 or Year 3 undergraduate student in a relevant major
Strong interest in Commercial Operations, Process Automation, and Supply Chain
Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
Good communication and coordination skills
Comfortable working with data and operational processes
Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint (preferred)
Proactive, organized, and eager to learn

Internship Benefits