Design Intern-Chicago

About the role

At Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA), a global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise and a portfolio of 30+ brands, you will join a 10‑week specialized internship in the Design division. You will assist the Design & Merchandising teams, gain exposure to retail and wholesale fundamentals, and work on a group project with a mentor that will be presented to company leaders. The program is based in Chicago, IL.

Pay

$20.00 per hour

Schedule

In‑Office, Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM with a 30‑minute lunch each day. The internship runs from June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist the design team in creating designs that fit into seasonal concepts and specific brand visions
• Collaborate with merchants to build assortments and react to fashion trends
• Provide technical details to overseas vendors for managing sample development
• Produce sketches and may make seasonal presentations of proposed designs
• Create and manage tech packs through PLM software and communicate with overseas vendors on sample development
• Work on a group project with a mentor; the project will be presented in the final week to various leaders, focusing on researching and presenting a solution or recommendation based on white‑space opportunities within the company

Qualifications

• Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, or Fashion Marketing/Business majors a plus
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Available to work on‑site, Monday through Friday
• Able to commit to the full 10‑week duration of the internship program
• Thrives in collaborative settings and understands the value of cross‑functional alignment
• Self‑motivated with a proactive attitude toward learning and problem‑solving
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and managing multiple priorities
• Looking to gain hands‑on experience