Fashion Design Intern

Rare Editions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Rare Editions, a brand under Star Children's Dress Company, is seeking a Fashion Design Intern in New York City. This on-site role offers hands-on experience in designing, developing textiles, and supporting sample production while collaborating with the broader design team.

You will sketch, develop patterns, assist in sewing prototypes, and participate in presentations across teams. This paid internship pays $17 per hour and provides exposure to seasonal collections and global department store

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Fashion Design and Fashion Styling for clothing designs.
• Graphic Design skills to aid in visual presentations.
• Knowledge of Textiles and Sewing for garment construction.
• Enthusiasm for fashion trends and creativity.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Pursuing a degree in Fashion Design or Textile Design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sketching and developing textiles and patterns.
• Support sewing and assembling prototypes.
• Collaborate with design team and present concepts.
• Engage with product lifecycle across teams.

Skills

Fashion Design

Fashion Styling

Graphic Design

Textiles and Sewing

Trend awareness

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Fashion or Textile Design degree (pursuing)

Job description

Rare Editions, a brand under Star Children's Dress Company, has been creating stylish and affordable dresses for girls since 1936. Based in New York City, the company operates its showroom on the 18th floor of 1250 Broadway. Our team of designers, merchandisers, and sales staff collaborate to launch fresh seasonal collections that attract major department stores globally. While Rare Editions is our flagship brand, we also represent other labels like Rare Too, Chantilly Place, Counting Daisies, Emily Rose, Tween Diva, and Dear Moon.

Role Description

This is an on-site Fashion Design Intern role is located in New York, NY. As a Fashion Design Intern, you will assist in creating innovative designs, contribute to seasonal collections, and assist in sample production and styling. Your day-to-day tasks will include working closely with the design team on sketching, developing textiles and patterns, and supporting the team with sewing and assembling prototypes. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage with the broader product lifecycle, including presentations and collaboration across teams. This is a paid role at $17/hr.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Fashion Design and Fashion Styling for creating and enhancing clothing designs.
• Graphic Design skills to assist in developing visual presentations and design concepts.
• Knowledge and experience in Textiles and Sewing to contribute to garment construction and material selection.
• Enthusiasm for trends and creativity in the fashion industry.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Pursuing a degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field is a plus.