Footwear Design Intern

Ariat International • San Leandro, CA

275d • $20

About The Position

Ariat International has an opportunity for a Footwear Design Intern to learn about the footwear business including creating innovative and trend relevant products while continuing to evolve iconic styles that meet the needs of the Ariat consumers. The Footwear Design Intern will come away with a deeper understanding of the footwear industry, what it takes to be a footwear designer, and an excitement and passion for the industry all while having a great time being a part of the Ariat Footwear Design Team.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Design or a related field or a recent graduate
• Curious about how footwear comes together and be an active participant in the process
• Awareness of market trends
• Experience with design research, concept creation, sketching, and/or rendering is a plus
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Excellent communication skills
• Intermediate Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator skills preferred
• Exposure to CAD software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gain key insights into color/trend forecasting
• Acquire design drawing experience both by hand and computer
• Prepare presentations that may include trend and competitor analysis, graphic design work, and CAD drawings in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop based on the design team's sketches
• Learn how to take hand drawings to presentation ready renderings efficiently
• Assist in updating the Ariat Footwear Branding Guidelines to ensure product consistency
• Develop basic structure and footwear design/manufacturing knowledge
• Familiarize with all parts of shoe construction and outsole engineering through technical blueprints and 3D models
• Use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Procreate, and 3D Vizcom to create renderings and technical drawings or 'tech packs'
• Assist with other key learnings as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree