Design & Development Intern - Craft & CAD in SoHo

ASTA RESORT; Flatbush (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTA RESORT is seeking a Design & Development Intern for Winter 2026 in New York. The role sits in SoHo, in-office, 2 days per week, and involves supporting end-to-end development from concept to production-ready docs.

You will work closely with the founders and the design team, creating tech packs, CAD drawings and color/material direction, while learning the craft behind each collection.

Qualifications

• Experience in a development, design or production support role (internship, freelance or student placement).
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator is essential; familiarity with Photoshop and basic spreadsheet tools expected.
• Interest in how garments are made with craft behind the piece matters as much as its appearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain tech packs, flat sketches and specification sheets with accurate details.
• Assist with fabric and trim sourcing; build and update sample trackers.
• Prepare CAD drawings and presentation assets for reviews and supplier communication.
• Contribute to colour and material boards shaping each collection.
• Attend fittings and document corrections for the design team and suppliers.

Skills

Design development experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Spreadsheets

Job description

ASTA RESORT is seeking a Design & Development Intern for Winter 2026 in New York. The role sits in SoHo, in-office, 2 days per week, and involves supporting end-to-end development from concept to production-ready docs.

You will work closely with the founders and the design team, creating tech packs, CAD drawings and color/material direction, while learning the craft behind each collection.