Fashion Designer Intern

About the Role

NYVE WEAR is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer Intern passionate about activewear, sportswear, and modern fashion. This paid internship offers the opportunity to contribute to new product development, from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Development: Assist in designing activewear and athleisure collections, including performance T-shirts, compression wear, shorts, and other apparel.
• Research & Trend Analysis: Research global activewear brands, emerging trends, silhouettes, fabrics, colours, and design innovations.
• Technical Design: Develop technical sketches, garment specifications, and tech packs for manufacturing.
• Fabric & Material Research: Explore performance fabrics, blends, GSM, stretch, durability, and garment construction techniques.
• Concept Creation: Develop mood boards, design directions, colour palettes, and product concepts aligned with NYVE WEAR's brand identity.
• Product Development: Collaborate on samples, fitting feedback, design refinements, and production-ready specifications.
• Creative Collaboration: Work with the team to develop distinctive products that balance aesthetics, comfort, and performance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Adobe Illustrator and/or Photoshop familiarity.
• Ability to create fashion sketches, mood boards, and technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Textile Design, or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in activewear, sportswear, gymwear, and athleisure.
• A strong eye for detail, proportion, fit, colour, and contemporary aesthetics.
• Basic knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and apparel development.
• Willingness to learn, experiment, accept feedback, and take ownership of assigned projects.
• A strong portfolio is preferred. Academic projects, personal design explorations, and experimental concepts are welcome.