Systems Integration Engineer Intern

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: Systems Integration Engineer Intern
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.

The Systems Integration Engineer Intern will assist the Data Infrastructure and Engineering team in various tasks that enhance, optimize, and build-out our data infrastructure. The internship provides hands-on experience in data engineering, including working on integrations that pass data among business systems, migrating to a cloud database service for analytics and reporting, building data pipelines, data modeling, and developing SQL to transform data from staging to production. Additionally, the intern will collaborate with the Data Architect to support a small, impactful project to be determined based on business needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with the Integrations Engineering team to design and implement integration solutions
• Assist with building data pipelines using cloud technologies such as Boomi Integration Platform, Azure Services, dbt, and Snowflake
• Assist with cloud migration and cloud deployment projects
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration-related issues
• Assist with automation and scripting tasks related to integration operations
• Participate in team meetings and provide updates on project progress
• Assist with other tasks as needed

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 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
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. Azure is preferred.
• Experience with Java or JavaScript preferred
• Experience with SQL and writing stored procedures
• Experience creating data pipelines
• Familiarity with data modeling
• Understanding of networking and security concepts
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Commit to a 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August
• Dedicate 40 hours per week during standard M-F, PST working hours
• All roles are located in Portland, OR. Must be able to move to Portland during the duration of the internship if you are not already living here.
• Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to take your passions to the next level and be part of a world-class team, please apply.

Other Requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.

Fuerst Group, KEEN and Chrome are equal opportunity employers.  We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.