Mattel Soft Goods Print Intern (NY)

Responsibilities:
SOFT GOODS PRINT (Textile/Sewing) INTERN

Summer 2013/Full Time Internship

The intern will be expected to assist the Soft Goods Department in a variety of ways.

The main responsibility will be printing to fabric for models and coordination of materials for each request under the direction of Design and the Sr. Print Technician. The intern will also be working with Design on fashion and color approvals.
A strong fashion sense is key. Strong judgment and problem solving necessary. Related Textile Production experience helpful.

Other responsibilities may include but not limited to material sourcing, product bid package coordination and hands on sewing and development. Strong communication skills are a must and should be comfortable working in a multi-functional team atmosphere. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills. Related sewing experience necessary.
Requirements:
Experience
An undergraduate (preferably a Junior) pursuing a BS degree in Fashion and Textiles.

Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop helpful.
Experience in Nedgraphics extremely helpful.

For consideration, please apply at: www.fisher-price.com/us/hr

FISHER-PRICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted by: Manilette Uy-

Couture Embroidery Internship (NY)

Couture embellishment design house located in Midtown is looking for interns for immediate recruitment. Must have a fashion background or a strong interest and desire to learn about the industry. Moderate hand sewing skills are a must.

Requirements
- Design Education/Experience in Fashion/Textiles/Accessories
- Ability to free hand draw/sketch
- Ability and desire to sew
- Desire to create artworks, embroidery layouts
- Eagerness to learn production process
- Extreme organization and discipline
- Keen sense of style/ knowledge of current fashion trends
- Sense of urgency
- Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to sourcing new materials and trims
- Ability to work as a team/ receive critiques
- Willingness to help with shipping and other studio errands
- Available at least 3 days per week for a minimum of 3 months

This is an amazing opportunity to get real hands-on experience in the fashion industry. Applicants interesting in Bridal design are extremely encouraged. You will be working directly with designers creating couture embroidery designs. We have multiple high-end clients in the city and you will be working on designs shown in fashion shows- both RTW and Bridal. Selected interns gain knowledge and experience in all areas of the design process, from concept to completion. Please submit a cover letter explaining why you would be the best candidate for this opportunity along with your resume.

This is an unpaid internship however a stipend for lunch and commute is provided. Future possibility of a paid position will be based on assessment of performance during the internship and availability of open positions.

Posted by: Manilette Uy

Mara Hoffman (NY)

Design Intern

We are looking for hard working, organized interns available to start ASAP.

Mara Hoffman is a small, high-end contemporary womenswear line, with a swimwear sister line. Our tight team works closely together so you will be working with everyone in the company and really get a sense of how a collection is put together from start to finish. Intern responsibilities include but are not limited to sourcing trims, researching inspiration, sewing, running sample sales, assisting on photoshoots/fashion shows and running errands to and from factories, etc.

This internship is unpaid but you will gain great knowledge along the way. We are always open to questions, reviewing portfolios with students, giving suggestions, etc.

Please send your cover letter and resume to dominique@marahoffman.com and please include your availability!

Thanks!

Send Resumes to: dominique@marahoffman.com

 

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 Posted by Nicky Lei

Moi-Meme Attire Fashion Design Intern (NYC)

Moi-Meme Attire

252 W. 38th St., suite 906

New York, NY 10018

http://www.moi-meme.com

Moi-Meme is a made-to-measure apparel business that designs, tailors and markets smart, stylish custom suits and separates for modern, professional women.

Through the company’s personal tailoring service, a Moi-Meme style consultant takes each customer’s body measurements and assists her in selecting a garment style, fabric and lining color. Each custom garment is individually tailored at our Vietnam-based tailoring shop; alterations take place in the company’s New York City Fashion District showroom.

**Internship Description**
Moi-Meme seeks an unpaid part-time intern for the summer to assist with tailoring and operations tasks. The successful candidate will work 2-3 days per week. The intern will work directly under the tutelage of our master tailor. Typical tasks include:
• Engaging in quality control, including measuring garments
• Pressing, steaming and preparing garments for delivery
• Hand sewing, including of buttons and hems
• Preparing fabric displays
• Tracking logistics for garments
• Participating in customer fittings

This is an excellent opportunity for a serious, reliable young professional to learn about tailoring from a master tailor within the fashion industry and contribute to a rapidly growing start-up fashion brand. As a Moi-Meme intern, you will:
• Learn directly from our master tailor, an individual with 30 years of tailoring experience, including as a tailoring instructor
• Gain in-depth, hands-on tailoring and operations experience
• Participate in the growth of an exciting fashion business
• Meet many talented and successful female executives, professionals and graduate students (i.e. the company’s customer base)
• Work in the centrally located Fashion District, on West 38th St. near Penn Station, Times Square and Herald Square

While this is not a paid position, course credit may be earned. The intern may be offered a part-time position at the company at the conclusion of the summer.

Qualifications
• Completion of at least one year of university level courses
• Basic tailoring skills and eagerness to develop them further
• Basic computer skills
• Available 2-3 days per week, including one weekend day
• Serious, detail-oriented and committed to delivering projects on-time
• Hard-working with a willingness to learn and complete many different tasks
• Trustworthy
• Energetic
• Flexible
• Committed to complete the summer-long program

How to Apply
First, please visit the company’s website at www.moi-meme.com to learn more. If you find that you are interested in working at Moi-Meme, submit both a resume and cover letter to jobs@moi-meme.com outlining the following for consideration:
• Reason you are interested in this position; what you hope to gain from this experience
• Summary of the skills, training and personal traits that you think would make you the best candidate for this internship
• Availability (i.e. when available to start, days of week, hours, etc.)

Due to a large number of expected responses, not all applications will be acknowledged. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Send Resumes to: jobs@moi-meme.com

Posted by Christine Le

Internship Opportunities @ Luxury Handbag Company (NY)

Soho NYC-based luxury handbag designer SANG A is looking for highly motivated, serious & enthusiastic interns with a strong work ethic.

***SEWING & PATTERNMAKING SKILLS ARE HIGHLY VALUED***

This is amazing opportunity to gain exposure in all facets of a growing label: marketing, PR, merchandising and design. Must be proficient with Apple computers and Adobe Suite.

Send Resume & Cover Letters to: interns@sanga.com

Send Resumes to: interns@sanga.com

Posted By Magie Fong

New York Designer need interns

Isobel Arnberg is a downtown Manhattan based designer and vintage seller.
We currently need interns to help out with pattern making, cutting and sewing on a new collection and re-construction, tie-dying, cutting etc, vintage clothes.
Sewing knowlegde and a basic understanding of patterns are essential.

Posted By Magie Fong

Sewing Contractor (Roseville)

Roseville based children’s clothing manufacturer is looking to hire one additional sewing contractor. Qualified applicants must be able to create a professional looking garment in their own smoke and pet free work space.

Applicant must have intermediate sewing skills, must have their own fully functioning sewing machine and serger, a smoke and pet free work space located near Roseville, must be able to create a professional looking garment from start to finish with very limited instruction, and must love to sew!

• Location: Roseville
• Compensation: Paid per completed garment. Please email for more information.
• This is a part-time job.
• This is a contract job.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Posted By Betty Zhao