Technical Design, Product Development, RTW Internship, Spring 2027

KHAITE•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KHAITE is seeking a Technical Design, Product Development, RTW Intern to join its team for the Spring 2027 semester. The internship is based at the company’s New York City headquarters and reports to the Manager, Technical Design, Product Development, RTW. It is unpaid and for college credit only. The intern will support development of ready-to-wear woven garments by helping maintain technical sketches, spec sheets, tech packs, and other product development materials. Responsibilities also include assisting with sample specking and fit sessions; documenting fit notes and updating measurements and comments; reviewing garment construction and sample quality; supporting fabric and trim testing; tracking revisions and development updates; and organizing samples, materials, and archives. The intern will work collaboratively with Design, Technical Design, and Development teams and may assist with sample pickups and drop-offs at local factories. KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program.
Basic knowledge of garment construction, fit, and sewing techniques, with a particular interest in woven materials.
Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Google Suite, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively and dynamically align with changing business conditions.
Keen interest in fashion and eagerness to immerse oneself in the industry.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree studies preferably in Fashion Design, Apparel Production & Development, Technical Design, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and maintaining product development materials, including technical sketches, spec sheets, and tech packs for RTW woven garments.
Support sample specking.
Support fit sessions by preparing samples, documenting notes, and updating measurements and fit comments as needed.
Collaborate with the Design, Technical Design, and Development team to support the timely development and execution of each style.
Assist in reviewing garment construction and inspecting samples for technical accuracy and quality compliance.
Participate in product development meetings and contribute ideas.
Assist with fabric and trim testing to assess quality, durability, and suitability for each style.
Assist with communicating and tracking sample comments, revisions, and development updates throughout the product development process.
Organize and maintain product development materials, samples, fabrics, trims, and archives.
Assist with sample pickups and drop-offs at local factories as needed.