Summer 2027 Internship - Men's Design
About The Position
The Summer 2027 Men's Design Internship is a 10-week, on-site internship in Stamford, Connecticut, running June 7 through August 13, 2027. Interns assist with day-to-day work in their assigned department, support other departments as needed, and handle office administrative tasks. Each intern also contributes to a group project and presents findings to management at the end of the program, with guidance from business leaders. The program includes professional development and social opportunities. Applicants must be rising seniors studying design and be in good academic standing. Eligible candidates may apply to a housing scholarship program.
Requirements
- Must be a rising senior and attending school for design.
- Must be in good academic standing.
- Strong interest in apparel and/or print and pattern design.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Proficient in Excel.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal communication.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential company materials.
- Ability to plan, manage time, prioritize, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to effectively receive and communicate feedback.
- Flexibility, open-mindedness, eagerness to learn, and a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
- Passion for the Vineyard Vines brand and lifestyle.
- Must be able to work on-site in Stamford, CT for the full 10-week program and live within commuting distance.
Nice To Haves
- Applicants are encouraged to include a blog, social media, website, portfolio, or other relevant projects that demonstrate their passion.
- Eligible candidates may apply to a housing scholarship program.
Responsibilities
- Assist the design team with all aspects of the design process.
- Organize samples and trims and maintain the trim library.
- Sketch and update CADs in Illustrator after meetings and fittings.
- Update and organize binders for fabrics, CADs, trims, and artwork.
- Organize and file paperwork and samples.
- Help maintain an organized office by filing paperwork, trims, fabrics, and color swatches and hanging and organizing samples.
- Assist with day-to-day operations in the assigned department and provide support to other departments as needed.
- Handle administrative tasks throughout the office.
- Complete a group project and present findings to management at the end of the internship.
- Complete ad hoc projects and other responsibilities as needed.
- Listen carefully to people at all levels of the organization and adhere to organizational policies.
Benefits
- Professional development and social opportunities.
- Catered fruit and bagels every Thursday.
- Ice cream truck every Wednesday during the summer.
- Shuttle to the office for employees commuting by train from the city or surrounding areas.
- Generous employee discount.
- Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited fruit, snacks, and drinks.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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