Summer Intern - CEO Sponsored

Wolverine Worldwide

Applications Closed

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Rockford, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will work on a Capstone Project tied to an enterprise priority chosen by the CEO, gaining exposure to various departments within the company. They will also have opportunities for mentorship and hands-on learning experiences.

This CEO-sponsored internship at Wolverine World Wide is designed for a curious student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, tech, or finance with 1-2 years until graduation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in digital tools like Excel and AI tools, and a collaborative spirit to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and no prior corporate experience is required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Analytical Skills

Research

Digital Tools

Detail Oriented

Organized

Collaboration

Curiosity

Initiative

Job Description

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; It’s global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®.

Wolverine Worldwide is driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for its consumers, partners, communities, and shareholders.

In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.

This special, CEO-sponsored internship is designed for a bold, curious student who wants to see how a global company truly operates. As the intern selected for this unique experience, you’ll gain access, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities that most early-career roles don’t provide. At the end of the summer, you will walk away having made a real impact, with tangible deliverables you can show on your resume.

Why this Internship is Extraordinary:

1. Exposure to Executives – you’ll be in the room for real conversations, not staged moments.

2. Cross-Enterprise immersion – You will have the opportunity to work across the enterprise, experiencing strategy, finance, consumer insights, supply chain, technology and AI.

3. Leadership Development –You will get a personal leadership coach from our in-house coaching office to accelerate your development.

4. Junior Board & Employee Resource Group networks – for mentorship, community, and fun.

5. Executive-sponsored Capstone project – this will be the centerpiece of your experience and will be tied to an enterprise priority chosen by our CEO.

What you Might Work On

The specific deliverables of your internship will be largely informed by the Capstone Project. Examples of potential focus areas include:

  • AI Powered forecasting & planning 
  • AI agent development 
  • Network studies 
  • Logistics efficiency improvements 
  • Tariff Mitigation planning 
  • Technology and tools deployment  

Requirements:

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (all business, tech, or finance, related majors welcome) with graduation expected in the next 1-2 years.

· Self-starter who demonstrates curiosity and is steadfast in their pursuit of learning and developing

· Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct research and analysis independently

· Proficient in using digital tools (Excel, PowerPoint, AI tools like ChatGPT/Copilot)

· Detail oriented, organized, and eager to dive into new challenges

· Collaborative teammate who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, creative environment.

· No prior corporate experience required- curiosity, and initiative matter more.

Accepting applications until February 28th.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Wolverine Worldwide

Few companies can say they have the world at their feet, both literally and figuratively. As a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories, this apt saying not only speaks to our focus of building great brands and making amazing products, but also to the bright future before us. With a 142-year history and a global footprint spanning approximately 200 countries and territories, we are driven by a Vision to Make. Every Day. Better. for our consumers, our partners, our communities, and our shareholders. Our six Values are woven into all aspects of the business and serve as our guiding principles to ensure we deliver on our Vision and truly Make. Every Day. Better. • Be Great. • Make Amazing. • Win Together. • Stay Curious. • Act Now. • Deliver Results. We are dedicated to advancing the following brands that makeup our ever-expanding portfolio: • Owned – Bates®, Chaco®, HyTest®, Hush Puppies®, Merrell®, Saucony®, Soft Style®, Stride Rite Children's Group®, Wolverine®, Sweaty Betty® • Licensed – Cat® Footwear and Harley-Davidson® Footwear We invite you to get to know our brands, our products, our people, and the Company that has been working to Make. Every Day. Better. since 1883.

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