Leather Design & Merchandise Intern

ARMA; Badhoevedorp; On-site; EUR 6,696 - 13,392; Full time

Job summary

ARMA in Badhoevedorp is seeking a motivated Design & Merchandise Intern to assist in developing leather collections for ARMA and STUDIO AR. This role starts in September 2026 and lasts for 5–6 months.

The intern will work closely with the design and production team, contributing by translating designs into technical drawings and analyzing sales results from previous collections. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe CC is required, alongside a creative and structured approach.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in design or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Interest in working with leather and eagerness to learn more about the craft behind it.
• Strong communication and administrative skills in English; Dutch is a plus.
• Structured, creative, and able to take ownership.
• Affinity with luxury and contemporary design.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Translating designs into technical drawings and product info sheets.
• Analyzing sales results from previous collections and translating these into clear, structured overviews.
• Supporting the development of colours and materials.
• Supporting collection merchandising and product assortment planning.
• Taking structured notes during meetings.
• Following international runway collections and relevant market developments.
• Inspecting and reviewing samples.
• Archiving samples and maintaining the showroom.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Creative thinking

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design

Job description

ARMA in Badhoevedorp is seeking a motivated Design & Merchandise Intern to assist in developing leather collections for ARMA and STUDIO AR. This role starts in September 2026 and lasts for 5–6 months.

The intern will work closely with the design and production team, contributing by translating designs into technical drawings and analyzing sales results from previous collections. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe CC is required, alongside a creative and structured approach.