Fabric Library Intern

Sbhonline; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Sbhonline in New York is seeking a Fabric Library Intern for the summer to support their Design Team. The role involves organizing and managing physical and digital fabric libraries, maintaining a design-ready workspace, and assisting with fabric sourcing and sample preparation. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in fashion or design and possess strong organizational and multitasking skills. This internship may be for academic credit, with minimum wage compensation considered.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in fashion, design, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain fabric libraries and storage areas.
• Catalog fabrics, swatches, and trims.
• Prepare and manage fabric samples for teams and partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking abilities

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Google Sheets

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in fashion, design, or a related field

Job description

Fabric Library Intern (Summer Internship)

We are looking to bring on a Summer Intern to support our Design Team. This role is ideally for academic credit, though minimum wage compensation may be considered based on the candidate.

The Fabric Library Intern supports the design team by organizing and managing both physical and digital fabric libraries. This role is key to maintaining an efficient, design‑ready workspace through cataloging materials, tracking inventory, and assisting with fabric sourcing and sample preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain fabric libraries, storage areas, and development materials
• Catalog fabrics, swatches, and trims; update tracking spreadsheets and sample tags
• Prepare and manage fabric samples for internal teams and external partners
• Assist designers with fabric pulls for presentations and projects
• Support administrative tasks including shipping/receiving and presentation prep
• Conduct research on fabrics, pricing, and material specifications

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in fashion, design, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Team player with a proactive attitude
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Sheets

What You’ll Learn

• Fabric development and sourcing processes
• Technical knowledge of fabrics and materials
• Industry trends and research methods
• Managing and organizing large‑scale material libraries