Fashion Design Intern - DESIGNER RTW

KZ_K Studio is a modern luxury, design-driven brand. KZ_K features convertible and multi-functional pieces with exacting details and focus, to create an atelier experience with each and every client. The intern for KZ_K would assist the Design Team with the design and product development process in all aspects of producing the main collection cycles and development required to take a sample to a sales-ready piece. This internship would allow hands-on experience within the design studio and garment district with sourcing fabric and trims, working in the sample factories, and understanding standards for luxury-tailored garments with quality control requirements.

Requirements:

Current students or recent grads with a major in Fashion Design or/ Textile design are welcome.

Responsibilities:

• Mood board and fabric research;
• Technical drawings/ flats using Adobe Illustrator;
• Assisting the team during development fittings;
• Communicating with factories during the product development and sample-making phase of the design process;
• Sourcing trims, materials, and fabrics for the new season;
• Support the team on the final collection photoshoot (FW27);
• Assisting the Design team with custom order projects.

Intern should:

• Should be detail-oriented and passionate about the luxury industry and high-end fashion;

• Must show technical knowledge of garment construction, finishings, and pattern making;

• Demonstrate the ability to work with a sense of urgency, effectively balancing multiple requests and tasks;

• Work as a team player and identify when somebody in the team needs support;

• Effectively communicate with every team using all methods of internal communication;

• Respond positively to constructive feedback & always see it as an opportunity to grow.

Ideal Intern has:

• Fashion design experience and development (through school or past internships)
• Has pattern-making, technical design, or product development knowledge
• Well-versed understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign and Illustrator)
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

IMPORTANT NOTES:

min. 2-3 days a week

Internship start: JANUARY

Daily Lunch and transportation are paid for by the company. College credit is possible.

Job Type: Unpaid Internship