Anthropologie Home Summer 2027 Design Intern Opportunities

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Discounts

PTO

Career Exposure

Job summary

URBN invites students from across the country to join our Summer Internship Program, running 6/7–8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA. The internship offers hands-on learning, exposure to senior leadership, and the potential to interview for a full-time role.

Anthropologie Home Design is seeking Summer 2027 Design Interns across decorative accessories, textiles, surface design, and lighting. Interns will work with experienced designers and cross‑functional partners, contributing to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in industrial design or related field.
• Proficiency in design software; interest in AI tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop original concepts and designs across decorative accessories, textiles, prints, patterns, functional décor, and lighting.
• Create cohesive color palettes, print stories, patterns, and product collections aligned with brand direction and market trends.
• Research trends in interiors, fashion, materials, color, and consumer lifestyles to inform design direction.
• Develop sketches, mood boards, concept presentations, colorways, and design specifications.
• Explore materials, finishes, techniques, and manufacturing processes to bring concepts to life.
• Collaborate with product development, merchandising, sourcing, and other creative partners from concept through production.
• Refine designs based on feedback while maintaining a strong and consistent creative point of view.
• Ensure designs balance aesthetics, functionality, quality, manufacturability, and commercial viability.
• Contribute to seasonal design direction, collection development, and visual storytelling.
• Maintain organized design files, artwork, specifications, and presentation materials.

Job description

Each summer, URBN Inc. welcomes candidates from across the country to immerse themselves within various teams across our portfolio of brands and gain hands‑on learning experience in the area of business they choose to pursue. Our paid internship program also offers a summer full of intern‑focused events, including exposure to senior leadership through small‑group settings, insight into company initiatives, off‑site field trips, and, for those who qualify, the opportunity to interview for a full‑time position. See for yourself what our past and present interns are up to @urbncareers!

The URBN 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from 6/7 through 8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA.

Applications will close at 5:00 PM EST on October 30, 2026.

Additional Information About Our Program Opportunities

Anthropologie Home Design is seeking creative, curious, and passionate design students to join our Summer 2027 Design Internship Program. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a dynamic, collaborative creative environment while contributing to the design and development of products across our portfolio of distinctive lifestyle brands.

Interns will work alongside experienced designers and cross‑functional partners, gaining exposure to the creative process from concept through execution. Depending on their area of focus, interns may have the opportunity to contribute to research and trend development, concepting, design development, technical execution, presentations, and other aspects of the product creation process.

We are hiring Summer 2027 Design Interns across a variety of disciplines, including:

• Decorative Accessories Design
• Textile Design: Fibers & Fabric
• Surface Design: Print & Pattern, Color Design
• Functional Decor & Lighting Design

This program is designed for students who are eager to learn, bring a strong creative point of view, collaborate with others, and contribute to an evolving brand and design landscape. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong creative thinking, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and a genuine interest in the brand and design industry.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop original concepts and designs across decorative accessories, textiles, prints, patterns, functional décor, and lighting.
• Create cohesive color palettes, print stories, patterns, and product collections aligned with brand direction and market trends.
• Research trends in interiors, fashion, materials, color, and consumer lifestyles to inform design direction.
• Develop sketches, mood boards, concept presentations, colorways, and design specifications.
• Explore materials, finishes, techniques, and manufacturing processes to bring concepts to life.
• Collaborate with product development, merchandising, sourcing, and other creative partners from concept through production.
• Refine designs based on feedback while maintaining a strong and consistent creative point of view.
• Ensure designs balance aesthetics, functionality, quality, manufacturability, and commercial viability.
• Contribute to seasonal design direction, collection development, and visual storytelling.
• Maintain organized design files, artwork, specifications, and presentation materials.

Role Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in industrial design or a similar field is preferred.
• Experience using design software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator are essential. Interest in AI programs preferred.
• You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is a must.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.