KHAITE Technical Design and Product Development Intern

About KHAITE

Founded in New York in 2016 by Catherine Holstein, KHAITE is a luxury womenswear brand distinguished by its interplay of strength and softness, structure and fluidity. Its ready-to-wear, leather goods and footwear reinterpret American dressing through refined materials, precise silhouettes and a distinctive balance of ease and sensuality. As an employer, KHAITE connects creative vision with the disciplines of product development, merchandising, retail and business operations. The brand offers a compelling setting for professionals drawn to contemporary luxury, where craftsmanship, attention to detail and a coherent aesthetic identity underpin the work of building an internationally recognised fashion house.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining product development materials for ready-to-wear woven garments, including technical sketches, spec sheets, and tech packs.
• Support sample specking.
• Support fit sessions by preparing samples, documenting notes, and updating measurements and fit comments as needed.
• Collaborate with the Design, Technical Design, and Development teams to support the timely development and execution of each style.
• Help review garment construction by inspecting samples for technical accuracy and quality compliance.
• Participate in product development meetings and contribute ideas.
• Assist with fabric and trim testing to assess quality, durability, and suitability for each style.
• Assist with communicating and tracking sample comments, revisions, and development updates throughout the product development process.
• Organize and maintain product development materials, samples, fabrics, trims, and archives.
• Assist with sample pick-ups and drop-offs at local factories as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, preferably in Fashion Design, Apparel Production and Development, Technical Design, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of garment construction, fit, and sewing techniques, with a particular interest in woven materials.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and adapt dynamically to changing business conditions.
• Keen interest in fashion and eagerness to immerse themselves in the industry.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Suite; Adobe Illustrator; and Photoshop.
• The role regularly requires sitting; using hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talking or hearing. It occasionally requires standing; walking; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and tasting or smelling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Close vision is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, preferably in Fashion Design, Apparel Production and Development, Technical Design, or a related field.

Benefits

Unpaid internship for college credit only.

Culture

KHAITE’s professional environment reflects its New York identity and distinctive approach to luxury, balancing creative confidence with understated sophistication. Its emphasis on exceptional materials, craftsmanship, and precise design creates a shared focus on quality and a coherent creative vision.

About Cerulean

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