Sports Research Engineer Intern

Overview

Sports Research Engineer Intern

The New Balance Sports Research Team is a multidisciplinary group of innovators focused on pushing the boundaries of human performance through scientific exploration. We deliver authentic, data driven insights to New Balance teams with the mission of creating best-in-class products and experiences. We utilize our state of the art 17,000 square foot research space, consisting of running tracks, turf & court surfaces, body scanners, environmental chamber, high speed force treadmills, and much more to answer tomorrow's footwear and apparel questions.

We are seeking a one-year research intern who is action oriented, adaptable, collaborative, inclusive and drives results within our innovation research portfolio in both human performance and product material testing. The candidate will contribute to New Balance's innovative and entrepreneurial culture by analyzing the boundaries of possibility while leading projects that will maximize athlete performance. The start date for this internship is Tuesday June 2nd, 2026.

Major Accountabilities

• Contribute to the vision, strategy, and implementation of our innovation running and sport research portfolios with a strong background in biomechanics.
• Participate as a creative scientist evaluating new technologies, methods, and analyses techniques.
• Evaluate a wide variety of human performance data (kinematics, kinetics, and perception) to uncover holistic insights that inspire product creation teams and produce authentic performance experiences for our customers.
• Assist with the creation and delivery of reports to cross-functional business units across the company to share product testing results and identify key areas for innovation.
• Operate equipment including motion analysis cameras, force plates, mechanical testing devices (Exeter Research Footwear Test Equipment and Instron).
• Work cooperatively on multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements for Success

• A degree in engineering, biomechanics, kinesiology, physiology, exercise science or related field. Master's degree preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of running and/or sport mechanics or physiology
• Desire to participate in novel research to elevate performance with footwear and apparel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Footwear enthusiasts encouraged to apply

Sports Research Lab, Brighton MA

Pay Range: $25.15 - $31.45 - $37.75 hourly (actual base pay varies based upon relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more).

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also offer online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

Our North American hybrid model encourages in-person teamwork and collaboration, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. We have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year to enhance our culture while maintaining flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.