Centric | Design Intern - Summer 2026 Internship Program

Southern Arkansas University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 319,000 - 410,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution offers a full-time, paid Design Intern position for Summer 2026 in New York, NY. This internship lasts for 10 weeks and provides hands-on experience in fashion design within a global lifestyle brand. Ideal for undergraduate students or recent graduates, interns will assist with design setup, create sketches, and support trend research. Candidates are encouraged to apply through Blackstone LaunchPad for priority consideration.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student or recent graduate.
• Interest in apparel and accessory design careers.
• Willingness to assist with design setup in PLM and trend research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design setup in PLM.
• Create sketches and presentation materials.
• Support seasonal trend research.

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Centric | Design Intern - Summer 2026 Internship Program

Centric Brands is a Blackstone portfolio company and trusted LaunchPad employer partner.

This position at Centric Brands is part of their Summer 2026 Internship Program and is a full-time, paid Design Intern in Design, based in New York, NY. It’s for undergraduate students or recent graduates and lasts 10 weeks.

Interns will assist with design setup in PLM, create sketches and presentation materials, and support seasonal trend research. This role provides hands‑on experience in fashion design within a global lifestyle brand organization and is ideal for students interested in apparel and accessory design careers.

To Apply:

1. Complete the 15‑minute Seekr Career Readiness survey through Blackstone LaunchPad. LaunchPad partners with Basta to give students free access to Seekr before applying. Your responses help us recommend training to strengthen your application and suggest internships that fit you best.
2. Once you complete Step 1, you’ll immediately receive the application link for this opportunity.

Why Apply through Blackstone LaunchPad?

Applications submitted through LaunchPad get a priority tag, helping your application stand out to employers.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Blackstone LaunchPad advances career mobility through skill‑building and internships. Open to all first‑generation and/or low‑income college students, LaunchPad partners with nonprofits to train students in key career skills, and gives them access to paid internships with LaunchPad employer partners. Any hired interns receive additional professional development with a peer cohort. Note all hiring and employment‑related decisions, including compensation and the terms of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.