Fashion Intern at Chicago Collective

About the role

Bridge Showroom is a multi-brand agency representing premium European womenswear designers at top regional trade shows. This internship offers hands-on experience in the wholesale fashion industry.

Responsibilities

• Merchandising & Visual Storytelling: Prepare and style the booth, hang samples, and understand how placement guides a buyer's eye.
• Booth Operations: Set up and break down the booth, track orders, manage schedules, and keep the booth organized and presentable.
• Client Interaction: Welcome visitors, direct buyers to sales representatives, and support the team on the floor.
• Real Industry Exposure: Network with designers, brand representatives, boutique owners, and buyers, gaining insights into the wholesale fashion business.

Requirements

• Genuinely motivated and passionate about fashion
• Dependable, punctual, and professional
• Proactive and willing to learn, asking questions and helping out
• Comfortable with physical tasks like steaming garments and setting up displays
• Enjoy interacting with people and communicating professionally
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Focused and energetic in a fast-paced event environment

Qualifications

• Experience with visual merchandising and event operations
• Interest in the wholesale fashion industry
• Ability to work flexible hours (3–8 hours/day)
• Knowledge of European designer collections

Skills

• Visual merchandising
• Event operations
• Client interaction
• Networking

Benefits

• Direct insight into B2B fashion and trade show dynamics
• Mentorship from experienced team members
• Hands-on experience with European designer collections
• Real networking opportunities in the wholesale fashion space
• A strong reference for your resume and portfolio
• Clarity on career direction in wholesale, buying, or merchandising

Pay

Unpaid internship

Schedule

Flexible shifts (3–8 hours/day) during August 22-25 at Chicago Collective, IL