Apparel Technical Design Intern
LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE
Tommy Bahama is looking for creative, diverse, and energetic people to help us live the island life! Tommy Bahama has grown to include both men’s and women’s apparel, home and beach goods, and a thriving restaurant and bar business. Everything that bears the Tommy Bahama name is created with an unwavering eye towards quality. More than ever, our focus is on taking our guests someplace great — through exceptional service, upscale products, and delicious food and drinks. Maintaining our unique point of view requires a diverse team that includes apparel designers, product developers, e-commerce and technology experts, manufacturing and operations, and, of course, retail and hospitality professionals. We would love to have you share your talents with us!
SET THE COURSE
The Tommy Bahama Internship Program is one of many parts of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives. As such, candidates that represent diverse backgrounds such as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, People with Disabilities, Veterans and any other underrepresent group are highly encouraged to apply.
The Apparel Technical Design Intern will be a part of the Men’s or Women’s Technical Design team helping to ensure that our products meet our specifications including; consistent fit, construction, pattern approvals, grading, specs. This included communicating style changes, developing and checking specifications for all styles and tracking all styles from samples to production. The Intern will have the opportunity to interact with teams involved in design, product management and merchandising, sourcing, and sustainability.
- Interested candidates should apply online with resume and (optional) 1 minute video personal statement telling us why you are interested in Tommy Bahama and something we should know about you from a career perspective. The Internship will last approximately 8 weeks during summer break timeframe. The start date of the internship will be June 12th.
- This is a paid internship opportunity. This role is not eligible for benefits.
BE THE ISLAND GUIDE
- Assists Technical Designer to develop specific classifications within the Tommy Bahama line for upcoming season(s).
- Prepares and evaluates development and production fit samples for fit sessions (this includes measuring and steaming garments)
- Attends sketch hand off meetings.
- Assists in developing construction specifications and updates as necessary for Tech Packs.
- Assists in taking notes fitting and writing fit comments.
- Assists in evaluating patterns.
- Assists in photographing of samples on fit form or model.
- Assists in creating and updating measurement charts in PLM/Flex.
- Attends Milestone Meetings (sample reviews/adoptions).
- Attends Fit Sessions to learn process and assist in note taking and follow-up.
- Assists in managing sample closet.
- Flexible for other duties as needed to help support the overall business.
ESSENTIALS FOR LIFE IN PARADISE
An expected graduation date of December 2022 or Spring/Summer 2023 in Fashion Design or related degree.
- Knowledge of fabric and garment construction, grading, basic patternmaking
- Experience with Photoshop/Adobe Illustrator, any 2D patternmaking programs a plus
- Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a team player within a fast-paced team
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
- Strong information seeking-skills and a drive to make things happen
- Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse group
Please include the following in your application:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio for Design Interns
• One minute video personal statement (not required but encouraged)
- Why Tommy Bahama?
- Tell me something we should know about you.
Pay for the role will be $24 an hour.
Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!
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