Fashion & Apparel STEM OPT Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's fashion and apparel sector spans Nike's global headquarters in Beaverton, Columbia Sportswear's Portland campus, and a growing cluster of sustainable and outdoor apparel brands. F-1 students on STEM OPT can find sponsorship opportunities in product development, supply chain analytics, and apparel technology roles across the Portland metro area.
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Full Time
Career area
Design
Location
1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States
Job ID
R-72485
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will report into the Director of Energy Sportswear Apparel and help build the creative through the design season while working with external collaborators, along with a team of designers, developers, product managers, and merchants to deliver creative in line with the Nike Brand. In addition, you will work closely with the extended Energy design team to maintain a cohesive strategic intent.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re currently looking for an incredible Senior Designer to help lead and develop seasonal design concepts for apparel. Product Design at Nike is a diverse culture of creativity, collaboration and innovative thinking on all levels. This role requires strong passion and knowledge of apparel product creation and the ability to problem solve every step of the way, from concept to final design. This teammate embodies expert communication skills with the ability to translate ideas into focused designs as well as a passion and energy for sport culture and design.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
- 3+ years of relevant work experience.
- Ability to apply and perform design skills such as drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development and layout.
- Familiarity with current trends, color and design.
- Basic knowledge of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit, garment construction, and manufacturing.
- Basic knowledge of the apparel industry, marketing principles, and development process.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Sportswear Energy Design creates future opportunities and energizes existing franchises through culturally relevant stories. In this role you will:
- Create original apparel product designs that reflect our design philosophy & standards with guidance from the Design Director.
- Design with external collaborators to explore areas neither of which could reach on their own.
- Proactively implement all apparel product details including construction detail, color, form, style, detail, fit performance, and trims.
- Partner and clearly communicate with all relevant members within Design, Technical Development and Product Management to ensure feasibility of designs against product creation timelines.
- Present design concepts to internal and external audiences with support from design leaders.
- Create presentation materials that effectively communicate the concept behind the seasonal designs.
- Build awareness of current trends, color, and sports-related products through market research with a clear connection to consumer needs.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Design
Location
1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States
Job ID
R-72485
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will report into the Director of Energy Sportswear Apparel and help build the creative through the design season while working with external collaborators, along with a team of designers, developers, product managers, and merchants to deliver creative in line with the Nike Brand. In addition, you will work closely with the extended Energy design team to maintain a cohesive strategic intent.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re currently looking for an incredible Senior Designer to help lead and develop seasonal design concepts for apparel. Product Design at Nike is a diverse culture of creativity, collaboration and innovative thinking on all levels. This role requires strong passion and knowledge of apparel product creation and the ability to problem solve every step of the way, from concept to final design. This teammate embodies expert communication skills with the ability to translate ideas into focused designs as well as a passion and energy for sport culture and design.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
- 3+ years of relevant work experience.
- Ability to apply and perform design skills such as drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development and layout.
- Familiarity with current trends, color and design.
- Basic knowledge of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit, garment construction, and manufacturing.
- Basic knowledge of the apparel industry, marketing principles, and development process.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Sportswear Energy Design creates future opportunities and energizes existing franchises through culturally relevant stories. In this role you will:
- Create original apparel product designs that reflect our design philosophy & standards with guidance from the Design Director.
- Design with external collaborators to explore areas neither of which could reach on their own.
- Proactively implement all apparel product details including construction detail, color, form, style, detail, fit performance, and trims.
- Partner and clearly communicate with all relevant members within Design, Technical Development and Product Management to ensure feasibility of designs against product creation timelines.
- Present design concepts to internal and external audiences with support from design leaders.
- Create presentation materials that effectively communicate the concept behind the seasonal designs.
- Build awareness of current trends, color, and sports-related products through market research with a clear connection to consumer needs.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
STEM OPT Fashion & Apparel Job Roles in Oregon
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Search Fashion & Apparel Jobs in OregonFashion & Apparel STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
Which fashion and apparel companies in Oregon sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Oregon is home to several major apparel employers with documented STEM OPT sponsorship activity. Nike, headquartered in Beaverton, regularly hires for data science, materials engineering, and digital product roles that qualify under STEM OPT. Columbia Sportswear in Portland sponsors roles in supply chain technology and product innovation. Smaller outdoor and sustainable apparel brands concentrated in the Portland area also participate, though sponsorship rates vary by company size and role type.
Which cities in Oregon have the most fashion and apparel F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Portland and the surrounding metro area, including Beaverton and Lake Oswego, account for the overwhelming majority of fashion and apparel STEM OPT opportunities in Oregon. Nike's world headquarters in Beaverton alone drives significant demand for STEM-eligible roles. Portland's concentration of outdoor, athletic, and sustainable apparel brands creates a secondary cluster. Eugene has a smaller but present apparel manufacturing base, though corporate STEM roles there are limited compared to the Portland metro.
What types of fashion and apparel roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
STEM OPT eligibility requires the role to align with a qualifying STEM degree classification. In fashion and apparel, positions that commonly qualify include product data analyst, materials science engineer, supply chain technology specialist, apparel CAD or product lifecycle management (PLM) engineer, and computational textile researcher. Roles in merchandising, buying, or brand marketing generally do not qualify unless they carry a strong data science or engineering component traceable to a STEM degree field.
How do I find fashion and apparel F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to search for fashion and apparel positions in Oregon that are open to F-1 STEM OPT candidates. Because STEM OPT eligibility depends on both your degree classification and the role's STEM degree classification, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified sponsorship history in the apparel sector, helping you focus on companies in the Portland and Beaverton area that have actively hired STEM OPT workers rather than applying broadly.
Are there any Oregon-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in fashion and apparel?
Oregon's apparel industry skews heavily toward outdoor, athletic, and sustainable brands, which tend to have stronger engineering and data functions than traditional fashion houses. This means STEM OPT candidates with degrees in materials science, industrial engineering, or data analytics may find better alignment here than candidates from design-focused programs. Oregon employers are also required to be E-Verify participants to hire STEM OPT workers, which most major apparel companies in the state already satisfy. Your university's DSO must authorize the STEM OPT extension before you begin working in any new role.