Christian Dior Knitwear Studio Assistant (Internship)
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- Mar 26, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior Couture is an iconic luxury fashion house celebrated for its couture savoir-faire, creativity and artisanal excellence. Part of the LVMH family, the Maison operates global ateliers and studios and cultivates creative talent across design, craftsmanship and retail while foregrounding heritage, innovation and exacting standards.
Christian Dior Couture — Paris: Knitwear Studio Assistant (Internship). Support knitwear design, sampling and studio operations. Portfolio required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to creative research and trend surveillance for knitwear concepts and textile innovations.
- Support the technical development of knitted fabrics and garments, including drafting clear flat sketches.
- Assist in sampling, prototyping and iterative refinement of knitwear pieces throughout collection cycles.
- Maintain and organise yarns, swatches, fabric samples and digital design assets for the studio.
- Provide operational support to the knitwear team during collection development and fashion week preparations.
- Coordinate with pattern, production and buying teams to ensure technical specifications and timelines are met.
- Prepare meeting materials and presentations; assist in scheduling and general studio administration.
Qualifications
- BA or MA in Fashion Design, Textile Design or equivalent (valid internship agreement from current school required).
- Portfolio required — show completed graduation collection(s) or design/studio work illustrating knitwear and textile understanding.
- Strong understanding of knitwear design principles and textile construction.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator.
- Excellent communication, teamwork and studio organisation skills.
- Fluency in English; French or Italian is a plus.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level. Candidate should be a recent BA/MA student or graduate who has completed at least one graduation collection or has previous experience in a design studio.
Education
BA or MA in Fashion Design or Textile Design; a valid internship agreement from the candidate's school is mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The Maison fosters a creative, high-performance environment that values heritage, craftsmanship and artistic curiosity. Teams operate collaboratively across disciplines and geographies, with a strong emphasis on excellence, professional development and inclusion — including initiatives to support candidates with disabilities.
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