Design & Material Intern

The North Face; Kreis Stabio; On-site; CHF 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Brand discount on VF brands

On site gym

Canteen subsidies

Shuttle bus / transport discount

Job summary

The North Face in Stabio, Switzerland invites applications for a Design & Materials Intern. You will work with Designers and the Materials Specialist to explore concepts, fabrics and trims and support product creation across categories.

The role requires design or textile background and a passion for materials, sustainability, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced environment. This 12-month internship includes hands-on project work and a structured learning path.

Qualifications

• A degree in Fashion Design or Textile Engineering is required.
• Proficient in Excel and Adobe Illustrator.
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support trend, consumer, and material research for design opportunities.
• Assist in creating design assets: sketches, tech packs, color-ups, presentations.
• Source fabrics/trims and maintain design documentation in FLEX and DASH.
• Collaborate with Designers and Material Specialist across categories.

Skills

English (Fluent)

Teamwork

Education

Fashion Design

Textile Engineering

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Your future starts with a move. Make it with the #VFInternshipProgram at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as a Design & Material Intern for The North Face Team.

At VF, shaping futures that move you means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, Make Your Move: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.

About VF

VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at http://vfc.com.

Key information

• Start date: February 1st, 2027
• Duration: 12 months, full-time
• Gross monthly salary: 1’850 CHF
• Location: VF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland
• Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
• You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship

Let’s talk about the role!

The North Face is seeking an exceptional Design & Materials Intern to join our team and support the creation of future-focused product. In this role, you will work alongside Designers and the Material specialist to explore new concepts, explore materials and trims and elevate existing product ranges.

The ideal intern is passionate about design, deeply curious about materials, meticulous in execution and energized by working as part of a highly collaborative team. Every detail matters and your contribution will help bring our products to life!

Help shape future product collections by supporting material and trim development, trend research, and design execution across multiple categories. Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while contributing to innovative, consumer-focused product solutions.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Support trend, consumer, and competitor research to identify emerging design, material, and color opportunities.
• Assist in the creation of design assets, including sketches, technical packs, color-ups, style overviews, and presentation materials using Adobe Illustrator.
• Support the exploration and sourcing of fabrics, trims, organization/maintenance of archive & PLM as well as design details relevant to assigned product categories.
• Maintain and update design documentation, sketches, color-ups, seasonal product information and product configuration system in FLEX and DASH throughout the development process.
• Collaborate closely with Designers, Material Specialist, cross-functional partners and headquarters in Denver to support day-to-day product creation activities.

Skills That Will Make You Succeed

• A degree in Fashion Design or Textile Engineering is required given the nature of the role.
• Strong understanding of the materials, design process, including outdoor, lifestyle and technical products. Proficient in Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, with strong Illustrator skills.
• Creative, proactive, and open-minded, with the ability to take initiative.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, working effectively within cross functional teams.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• A keen interest in design, materials innovation, sustainability, outdoor and performance products, and emerging consumer trends.
• You are fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

What’s In It For You

At the end of the internship period, you can expect to have a clear understanding of the below:

• How a seasonal product collection is created, from initial inspiration and development through to product execution.
• The role of materials, trims, color, and storytelling in product design, and how these elements come together to create compelling consumer experiences.
• Industry-standard design tools and processes, including sketching, technical pack creation, colour-ups, and presentation development using Adobe Illustrator, learning test methods for fabrics and trims.
• How cross-functional teams collaborate throughout the product creation lifecycle, working closely with Design, Materials, Development and Merchandising teams.
• Trend, consumer, and competitor research methodologies, and how insights are translated into innovative product solutions.
• Best practices for managing design workflows and maintaining product information, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail throughout the season.
• The North Face design philosophy and approach to innovation, sustainability, and performance-driven product creation.

VF EMEA Internship Program

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12-month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands-on experience, including:

• Dedicated skill-building workshops & internal consulting group project
• One day of work in-store gaining real insights about our brands
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period.

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being. You will enjoy:

• Hybrid working policy
• 50% discount on VF brands
• On site gym, offering health and well-being initiatives
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location

Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging

As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

What move will shape your future?

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