Product Development Intern - Carolina Herrera (Fashion)
New York, NY, US
The Opportunity
Establishing a globally recognized aesthetic, Carolina Herrera resided at the helm of her eponymous label for over three decades. She has proven with each new season that effortless elegance paired with modern refinement is always relevant and embraced. Under the new creative direction of Wes Gordon, we believe our future is brighter than ever. A big part of our vision ahead lies within our internship program. The internship program at Carolina Herrera is designed to engage young talented students, like yourself, and evolve the future leaders of fashion.
It is our goal that your internship experience is a fun educational experience. The cross departmental approach at such a small company enhances your skill set beyond any learning of the classroom setting. You will have the opportunity to work with almost every department. This working environment at Carolina Herrera provides the greatest opportunity for you to acquire hands-on experience in the business world.
What you'll get to do
- Research and source materials, trims, fabric, etc based on the seasonal collection needs
- Prepare fabrics and supplies for factories and ensure on-time delivery
- Support atelier with inventory management and procure supplies/services in the garment district
- Prepare swatch and sketch updates for atelier patternmakers
- Organize samples for weekly fittings, and organize and prepare samples for show/photoshoot
- Research, evaluate and track sustainable fabrics, knits and trims
A reasonable estimate of the current hourly rate is $16.50/hour.
We'd love to meet you if you have
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong desire to learn
- Knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Suite (Photoshop skills a plus)
- Knowledge of fabric and fabric types
- Knowledge of the garment district
- Understands how to read patterns and basic hand sewing and machine sewing is a plus
A few things you'll love about us
- An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
- A range of learning and development opportunities
- An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
- A competitive compensation & benefits package
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