Menswear Design Intern - RTW
Amsterdam (HQ), North Holland
Interns – Design /
Internship /
On-site
ABOUT THE BRAND
At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”
Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.
We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.
Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.
Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.
We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our karllagerfeld.com flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.
We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
As part of the Menswear Design team, you will be supporting on the research, design and development of the Karl Lagerfedl Menswear Collection across woven and jersey categories. This is a great opportunity to gain or develop experience across multiple product groups.
Key Responsibilities:
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Creating and updating technical sketches and tech packs to support the Design and Product Development team.
- Working on Seasonal Product Overviews/Mood Boards/Colour Boards/Fabric Boards under the guidance of the designers, ensuring all files are kept up-to-date, accurate and ready to present.
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Design Research (product, trend, colour and details)
- Using ai to create look books and product shots.
- Generally supporting the designers on day-to-day design tasks and helping to keep the collection organized at all times.
- Assisting in general sample management.
Profile and Skills
- Only candidates that are currently enrolled in a Bachelor Degree in Fashion Design for the entire duration of the internship will be considered for this role.
- Must have a legal permit to work or study in the Netherlands (EU passport or Visa)
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop is a necessity, especially in the drafting of technical drawings.
- A good knowledge of garment construction and finishing techniques.
- Strong interest in menswear with a commercial mindset and up to date with the latest menswear trends and design innovations.
- Highly detail-oriented with a strong eye for visual and structural consistency.
- Eager to take feedback, learn, and grow within a design team environment.
Start date: 18th of Jan 2027 / Available for 6 months / Full-Time
Please note that we can only consider your application if you are enrolled for the full duration of your internship at your school or university. Also, due to Dutch legislation, you have to be in possession of EU nationality or study in the Netherlands.
Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ)
· Opportunity to make an impact
· Working in the heart of Amsterdam
· And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL
JOIN #TEAMKARL
The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.
At #TEAMKARL, everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, grow in their career and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us.
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