Fashion Design & Operations Intern

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Fashion Design & Operations Intern to support the day-to-day operations of a luxury fashion brand based in New York City. This internship is ideal for candidates with an interest or background in fashion, retail, merchandising, marketing, or luxury brand operations. Italian-speaking candidates are strongly preferred due to ongoing collaboration with production partners in Italy. This role offers valuable exposure to the operational and creative side of the fashion industry, including design coordination, merchandising, production planning, and brand operations. About the host Established in 1999, the company is a luxury fashion brand specializing in ready-to-wear collections with production based in Italy. The internship provides direct insight into the planning, coordination, and operational processes behind high-end fashion collections and international production workflows. Responsibilities Assist with design and operational support for ready-to-wear collections Support production planning and coordination activities with Italian manufacturing partners Assist with merchandising and product organization Help coordinate fashion operations, inventory tracking, and administrative tasks Conduct research on fashion trends, competitors, and market developments Support showroom, retail, and brand presentation activities when needed Collaborate with cross-functional teams on marketing, operational, and production-related initiatives Assist with maintaining organized product, sample, and production records Qualifications Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field Strong interest in luxury fashion, retail operations, merchandising, or brand management Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced creative environment Detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general digital tools Preferred qualifications Italian language skills strongly preferred Previous experience in retail, fashion, merchandising, marketing, or luxury brand environments Familiarity with fashion production processes and garment lifecycle management Interest in design operations, fashion merchandising, or production coordination What you'll gain Hands-on experience within a luxury fashion brand environment Exposure to international fashion production and merchandising operations Opportunity to collaborate with design and operational teams Insight into ready-to-wear collection development and fashion business workflows Professional experience in luxury retail and fashion brand operations Location: New York City, New York (Onsite) Compensation: $17/hour Schedule: Minimum 32 hours per week, 40 hours per week is OK. #J-18808-Ljbffr