Trend-Driven Design Intern, Summer 2027

Claires; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Claire’s is seeking a creative, trend-focused Design Intern for Summer 2027 to experience how ideas and trends translate into products for Claire’s customers. You’ll gain exposure to the creative process and collaborate with team members developing products and collections across the Claire’s brand.

This internship offers hands-on learning about trend research, mood boards, design materials, and the product development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Accessories Design, or a related field.
• Strong interest in fashion, accessories, youth culture, and emerging trends.
• Creative thinking with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or other relevant design software preferred.
• Ability to communicate creative ideas visually and verbally.
• Strong organizational and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support trend, color, product, and competitive research.
• Assist with mood boards, concepts, presentations, and design materials.
• Learn how trends and customer insights influence product development.
• Support the development and organization of creative assets.
• Participate in product reviews and team meetings.
• Gain exposure to the product development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Buying, Merchandising, and other cross-functional partners.
• Support special design projects and evolving business priorities.

Skills

Fashion/Accessory interest

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/ Product Design/ Graphic Design/ Accessories Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Claire’s is seeking a creative, trend-focused Design Intern for Summer 2027 to experience how ideas and trends translate into products for Claire’s customers. You’ll gain exposure to the creative process and collaborate with team members developing products and collections across the Claire’s brand.

This internship offers hands-on learning about trend research, mood boards, design materials, and the product development lifecycle.