Duluth Holdings - Mount Horeb, WI

posted 4 days ago

Full-time - Intern
Mount Horeb, WI
Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Product Design Internship at Duluth Trading Company is a 10-week program designed for college students to gain hands-on experience in product design within a dynamic retail environment. Interns will engage in real-life tasks and projects, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop new styles and contribute to the design process. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about fabric selection, market research, and the creation of detailed tech packs, all while being immersed in the company's collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

  • Research and select fabrics, trims, and textile technologies for DTC brands.
  • Conduct market, user, and trend research.
  • Ideate and develop new styles across multiple categories.
  • Prepare visual tools such as sketches, presentation boards, and fabric swatches for meetings.
  • Build seasonal information in PLM software and maintain it, including updating bills of materials and prototype requests.
  • Create detailed tech packs that communicate design intent, including sketches and technical illustrations.
  • Assist with lab dip, trim & strike-off comments, and organization of approval records.
  • Build seasonal color palettes and chipboards.
  • Attend seasonal competitive shopping trips to Madison & Milwaukee.
  • Provide constructive feedback on design intent and silhouette in fittings.

Requirements

  • Current undergraduate student in apparel design, product design, industrial design, or a similar program.
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
  • Knowledge of basic garment, bag, and/or accessories construction and basic fit analysis skills.
  • Strong digital sketching and CAD abilities.
  • A roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic.
  • Passion for sharing ideas and being a hands-on team member.
  • Ability to complete projects with cross-functional partners.
  • Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

  • Paid internships at $17/hour
  • Relocation assistance
  • 40% employee merchandise discount
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