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Apply today for Voice of the Athlete
Apply today for this Nike testing program
About the Program
The Nike Product Testing Program is an official initiative that connects Nike engineers and designers with real athletes—a philosophy Nike calls serving the Voice of the Athlete.
Grounded in co-founder Bill Bowerman’s belief that "if you have a body, you are an athlete," the program sends prototype footwear and apparel to everyday runners, gym-goers, and players worldwide.
Rather than relying solely on lab data, Nike uses your real-world feedback on fit, comfort, and durability to make final tweaks to products before they hit store shelves.
Benefits
Access to Unreleased Gear: Be among the first people in the world to try cutting-edge Nike shoes and apparel before their official public release.
Direct Influence on Product Design: Your feedback directly shapes final production models, fixing issues like shoe traction, seam chafing, or fabric breathability.
Free Shipping Both Ways: Nike covers all costs, providing prepaid shipping labels to deliver test gear to your door and to return it after testing.
Ongoing Opportunities: Consistently detailed feedback can lead to continuous testing invites across various sports and seasons.
How to Join (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official site of the program
- Apply: Select your category (Adult or Parent applying for a Minor) and complete the registration form.
- Submit Accurate Measurements: Provide exact foot dimensions, body measurements, and clothing sizes using a measuring tape.
- Detail Your Activity: Input your specific sport, weekly training hours, and environment (e.g., trail running, indoor gym, outdoor basketball).
- Accept an Invitation: Once Nike matches your profile with a product prototype in development, you will receive an invitation email to join a test group.
Tips to Increase Your Chances
- Be Exact with Measurements: Nike selects testers based on hyper-specific sizing needs. Do not guess or round your numbers.
- Detail Your Athletic Routine: Be realistic and detailed about your workout frequency; Nike needs testers across all activity levels, not just elite athletes.
- Keep Profile Updated: Regularly update your profile if your weight, shoe size, or training habits change to remain eligible for new tests.
- Submit High-Quality Feedback: During tests, provide detailed, thoughtful survey responses. Reliable testers are prioritized for future product runs.
Disclaimer
- Application Does Not Guarantee Selection: Submitting an application places you in Nike's applicant pool, but it does not guarantee participation. Selection depends entirely on whether your profile matches Nike's current research and sizing needs.
- No Monetary Compensation: Test participants are not paid money; the program provides gear strictly for testing purposes.
- Strict Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): Prototype products are top-secret. Photographing, recording, or posting test gear on social media (Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, etc.) will result in immediate termination from the program.
- Gear Must Be Returned: Test products remain the property of Nike. You must send them back at the end of the test period so engineers can analyze physical wear and tear.