Product Research Associate

Expression of Interest for: Product Research roles

Locations: Beaverton, OR | Boston, MA

As a Product Research Associate contractor at Nike, you can do work with impact. To be considered for future Product Research Associate opportunities, express your interest now, and be added to the Nike Contract Talent Community and the Product Research Associate Talent Pool.

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

What You Will Do

• Support product teams by gathering and analyzing research to inform design, development, and strategy.
• Conduct market, consumer, and trend research to identify opportunities and validate concepts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Help maintain research documentation and organize findings for easy access and reference.

What You Will Work On

• Competitive analysis and benchmarking across product categories.
• Consumer surveys, interviews, and usability testing to gather feedback.
• Synthesizing data into reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Tracking industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to product innovation.

What You Will Bring

• Strong analytical and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with research methods—quantitative and qualitative—and tools like Excel, Google Sheets, or survey platforms.
• A curious mindset and interest in product development and consumer behavior.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.