About the role
The Footwear Design Intern
The Footwear Design Intern will support the design team across men's and/or women's footwear categories while gaining hands-on experience in the footwear design process. This internship is designed for college students who are eager to learn, develop their skills, and contribute creatively in a professional design environment.
What You'll Do
- Support designers with concept development for men's and women's footwear
- Assist with hand sketches, Illustrator line work, and digital renderings
- Help with color, material, and finish (CMF) research and inspiration boards
- Conduct trend, consumer, and competitive research
- Organize and maintain design files, samples, and seasonal archives
- Prepare materials for design presentations and team reviews
- Observe and assist in sample reviews and design meetings
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners including product development and merchandising
- Complete special projects that support seasonal design initiatives
What You'll Learn
- How footwear collections are developed from concept to sample
- Exposure to real-world design timelines and workflows
- Collaboration across design, development, and merchandising teams
- Professional design presentation and communication skills
- Portfolio-worthy projects and industry experience