Intern - Design, Footwear AK - LIC
About The Position
From a small Queens factory to a global fashion powerhouse, Steve Madden has always been about pushing boundaries. We don’t just follow trends—we set them. Our culture is fast-paced, creative, and entrepreneurial, powered by bold ideas and the people who bring them to life. If you’re ready to dive into the fashion industry, learn from the best, and make real contributions, this is the place for you. SUMMER INTERNSHIP Our Summer Internship runs for 10 weeks, from June 8th to August 14th, 2026. Get hands-on experience at one of the most iconic fashion brands. This program is designed to give you real-world exposure, meaningful projects, and a front-row seat to how we create, market, and sell the trends of tomorrow. Note: All interns must be present for the full 10-week duration. This is a paid internship at $17.00 an hour. All interns are responsible for all housing and travel.
Requirements
- A passionate, driven student or recent grad eager to learn.
- A team player with a creative mindset and strong attention to detail.
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowing a little bit of Adobe Suites (AI, PS, ID, etc.) would be a plus
- Knowing Microsoft suites PowerPoint and Excel also a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist with any design development such as trend boards and/or CADS.
- Help with developing proto requests and detail spec sheet to send out to overseas factories.
- Update development boards and development line sheets
- Handling Sales samples. Either helping to ship to clients for various style outs or grabbing samples to and from the showroom as needed
- Assisting with Production process
Benefits
- Mentorship from industry pros.
- Networking opportunities with leaders and peers.
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry.
- 40% off house brands: Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
