Design Intern (Fall 2026)

The Beaufort Bonnet Company•Lexington, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Beaufort Bonnet Company's mission is to bring happiness through timeless, thoughtfully designed, quality products that celebrate the wonder of childhood. We encourage families to slow down, celebrate everyday moments, and make generations of memories sweeter. This internship provides hands-on exposure to how apparel collections move from initial concept through development, while giving the intern the opportunity to build practical design skills and learn how a growing lifestyle brand brings its seasonal vision to life.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
Understanding of fundamental apparel design concepts, including garment construction, color, print, and pattern is a plus.
Generally, more than six months but less than one year of relevant work or school experience.

Nice To Haves

Are excited to learn more about apparel design and product development.
Enjoy working on multiple creative projects at once.
Are organized and attentive to the details.
Communicate well and enjoy collaborating with others.
Take initiative, ask questions, and are eager to learn.

Responsibilities

Support the Design team throughout the seasonal design and development process.
Assist with CADs, sketches, line sheets, construction details, and other design materials.
Help prepare and organize information used in tech pack development, including bills of materials.
Participate in seasonal line reviews and cross-functional meetings to gain exposure to the product development process.
Help organize and maintain design files, samples, submits, lab dips, and other development materials.
Assist with preparing materials for seasonal presentations and design reviews.
Partner with designers on day-to-day projects and other design needs as they arise.