Technical Design Leadership Development Program (Fall 2026)

Abercrombie & Fitch; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus ($8,000)

Merchandise discounts

Gym access

Healthcare coverage

Company matching retirement programs

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) invites applicants to join the 2026 Leadership Development Program - Technical Design in Columbus, OH.

This full-time program blends classroom sessions with on-the-job training, pairing you with mentors and senior leaders to drive results in a collaborative environment. You will translate sketches into patterns, build tech packs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors to ensure quality and fit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or relevant degree.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Passion for the A&F brands and the role.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Career-driven, strong work ethic and high-performance standards.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of garment construction and fitting skills.
• Strong pattern making, draping and grading skills.
• Ability to manipulate existing patterns.
• A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand.
• A strong desire for adventure & curiosity.
• A portfolio is required with application.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit patterns to drive fit direction.
• Build detailed tech packs.
• Partner with cross functional teams to ensure proper construction and fit through interactive fit sessions.
• Create detailed technical illustrations & specifications using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Work together with overseas vendors to manage the garment sampling process.
• Communicate with factories to identify & resolve production issues.
• Utilize 3D software in the design process to create efficiencies in the sample process and fit integrity.
• Manage product cycle from sketch through pre-production samples and final bulk garments.

Skills

Pattern making

Draping

Grading

Garment construction

Fitting

Portfolio required

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or relevant degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

3D software

Job description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) invites applicants to join the 2026 Leadership Development Program - Technical Design in Columbus, OH.

This full-time program blends classroom sessions with on-the-job training, pairing you with mentors and senior leaders to drive results in a collaborative environment. You will translate sketches into patterns, build tech packs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors to ensure quality and fit.