Summer Design Intern - Textiles, Decor & Color

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

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