Technical Design Intern- Apparel

Grayson HR; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Grayson HR is seeking a detail‑oriented Apparel Design intern to support pre‑production development, QA, and compliance in a fast‑paced e‑commerce environment.

You will verify artwork, labels, and packaging, ensure patterns align with tech packs, and assist with documentation and files for cross‑functional teams. Opportunity to learn Illustrator and gain hands‑on experience in manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an Apparel Design, Fashion Merchandising, Textiles, or related program.
• Knowledge of graphics, print methods, and textiles.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptionally high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator) is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple small tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Verify artwork specifications for size, placement, colors and print techniques against approved design files and tech packs.
• Review label artwork and packaging details for branding and legal accuracy.
• Confirm art patterns match tech-pack details and flag issues to the lead designer.
• Create and update care labels as requested.
• Measure PPs and TOPs and communicate sizing discrepancies to manufacturers.
• Inspect samples for construction, fabric quality, trims, and artwork application.
• Document defects and communicate revisions to vendors using standardized reports.
• Assist in ensuring compliance information and regulatory standards for international sales.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Dependability

Education

Apparel Design program

Fashion Merchandising program

Textiles program

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about apparel and the intersection of design and production? Join our fast‑paced e‑commerce team and gain hands‑on experience ensuring our creative vision translates flawlessly into high‑quality, sellable products. This internship is ideal for a detail‑oriented individual interested in learning the crucial steps of pre‑production development, quality assurance, and compliance within a dynamic apparel environment. The intern will support the Technical Design team in ensuring all product details are accurate and ready for manufacturing and sale.

Responsibilities:

Artwork and Design Verification

• Verify artwork specifications for size, placement, colors (Pantone matching), and print techniques (e.g., screen print, embroidery, direct‑to‑garment) against approved design files and tech packs.
• Review label artwork (hangtags, care labels, size tags) and packaging details to ensure branding and legal information are correct and consistent.
• Confirm that all art patterns match tech‑pack details and correct any minor discrepancies or flag major issues to the lead designer/developer.
• Create and update care labels as requested.
• Measure PPs and TOPs and communicate to manufacturers on all sizing discrepancies.

Quality and Compliance Inspection

• Inspect incoming pre‑production and sales samples for accurate construction, quality of fabric, correct trims (zippers, buttons, drawstrings), and final artwork application.
• Document and photograph any defects or discrepancies found in samples and communicate required revisions clearly to vendors using standardized reporting formats.
• Assist in ensuring all products and packaging meet required compliance information and regulatory standards for international sales (e.g., material content, country of origin).

Documentation and Organization

• Maintain and organize the physical sample library and digital files (tech packs, artwork matrices) for quick and accurate reference.
• Collaborate with the cross‑functional teams (Design, Marketing, Merchandising) to track the status of samples and ensure all teams have the most current product information.

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an Apparel Design, Fashion Merchandising, Textiles, or related program.
• Knowledge of graphics, print methods, and textiles (e.g., recognizing different fabric compositions, knit vs. woven, common printing issues).
• Strong organizational skills and exceptionally high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator) is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple small tasks simultaneously.

Internship Details

• Duration: Summer 2026‑ Fall 2026. Possible extension for Spring 2027.
• Time Commitment: 29 hours per week, Part‑Time.
• Compensation: Paid hourly $18‑20/hr.

Job Skills:

• Communication: Speaks clearly with knowledge of the subject matter. Write in a precise way to minimize misunderstandings. Exhibits excellent listening skills for total comprehension and asks probing questions when needed.
• Organizational: Demonstrates the ability to multitask and prioritize workload to ensure completion of tasks. Ability to work autonomously.
• Dependability: Produces quality results in the proper time frame, conforming to established processes and procedures.