Why Do a Fashion and Design Internship?
A creative internship offers learners the opportunity to turn their passion into a profession, all while gaining valuable skills and experience in a dynamic and ever-evolving industry.
30m
people employed worldwide in the creative industries (UNCTAD)
$73k
average salary for a fashion designer (US BLS)
$800b+
added to the economy from the creative industries (US BEA)
68%
hiring managers in the creative industry consider the portfolio the most important factor (Creative Group)

Common Questions Answered…
What is a remote fashion and design internship?
Creative internships offer learners an opportunity to gain experience in a field that values innovation, creativity, and outside-the-box thinking. Whether your learners are interested in graphic design, UX design, or fashion design, remote creative internships can provide them with the chance to work alongside experienced professionals and gain valuable insights into the industry.
What projects will creative interns undertake?
The specific projects learners work on will depend on the type of placement they secure and the needs of the organization. They will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, build their portfolio, and develop their skills, all while networking with industry professionals and gaining exposure to different aspects of the field. With the creative industry growing rapidly and constantly evolving, a creative internship can be an excellent way for learners to gain a competitive edge and stand out in the job market.
What skills will learners gain on a creative internship?
Learners can expect to develop a range of valuable skills that will be beneficial for their future career. These skills may include, but are not limited to, graphic design, web design, photo and video editing, project management, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time management. Ultimately, a creative internship will give them the chance to hone their creativity, initiative, and business acumen while building a portfolio of work that showcases their talent and expertise.
More Than a Fashion and Design Internship
Don’t take our word for it – hear from remote creative interns…


Asdu
Carleton University
– Remote Creative Internship, with a company based in Japan
“My remote internship allowed me to gain skills and learn a lot about how businesses operate in Japan. I was able to use both my English and Japanese skills in a business setting and challenge myself by taking part in different types of tasks in marketing. In the future, I am looking forward to using the skills I have learned from this internship to land my perfect job.”

Biggest skill gain?
I believe I improved a lot in my ability to communicate and I think the biggest highlight of this internship was being able to work in a multicultural environment in my chosen field, and pushing myself in different directions in the field of marketing.
Any advice for future interns?
I realized the importance of reaching out when difficulties arise, and to communicate well with people around me so that I can get the job done effectively.


Kwaku
University of Salford
– Business/Marketing & Design Intern, with a company based in UK
My remote internship was a worthwhile programme and I believe that it has added another building block of knowledge to what I acquired during my master’s degree. I will take the experiences from the internship with me in my future career endeavours.

Biggest skill gain?
My skills int he marketing field vastly improved through being able to apply my academic knowledge to a practical setting.
Any advice for future interns?
Get involved with as many projects as you can.
Featured Internships in Fashion and Creative Design

Visual Design Research Internship
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Creative Design Internship
Rude Susi
United KingdomDevelop a marketing and communication plan for product launches, including analyzing social media data, preparing and reporting on Instagram ads, and email marketing.

Digital Fashion Design Internship
360Fashion Network
United StatesWork with our CEO to create a capsule collection of 5-10 pieces of couture digital clothing. Develop the virtual showroom and augmented reality showcase alongside the team.
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