Product Development & Product Line Management Intern
About The Position
This full-time, paid internship provides hands-on experience supporting Product Line Management and Product Development within Milliken’s Apparel Strategic Business Unit. The intern will contribute to projects involving innovation, product development, commercialization, and portfolio management, working with teams across Product Management, R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Operations. The Apparel SBU develops textile solutions for performance apparel, military, fire service, and workwear markets. The internship offers practical experience across the product lifecycle, from concept development and customer needs assessment through product launch and market adoption. The position is 40 hours per week and lasts 11–12 weeks during summer 2027 at Milliken’s Spartanburg, South Carolina location.
Requirements
- Pursuing a BS degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, Product Development, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong user of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
- Detail oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to product development, textiles, apparel, materials, or manufacturing processes.
- Experience with data analysis and project management tools.
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management concepts.
- Prior internship, research, project, or leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Support Product Line Managers and Product Development teams on strategic growth and innovation initiatives.
- Assist with new product development and commercialization projects across Polartec®, Military, Fire Service, and Workwear markets.
- Conduct competitive benchmarking, customer research, and market analysis to identify growth opportunities.
- Support product testing, specification management, and development documentation.
- Analyze product portfolio performance and recommend opportunities for optimization.
- Assist with stage-gate development processes and project management activities.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to execute business priorities.
- Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership reviews.
- Present project findings, recommendations, and outcomes at the conclusion of the internship.
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Professional development and networking opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
