- Location
- 9 Elcho Street (View map)London SW11 4AUUK
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- £14.10/hour
- Department
- Heritage, Patrimony & Archives
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Vivienne Westwood
Vivienne Westwood is an independent British fashion house whose origins lie in the London boutique opened by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren in 1971. Renowned for its formative influence on punk and its unconventional reinterpretation of historical dress, the house combines exacting craftsmanship with a spirit of rebellion. Its identity extends beyond fashion through outspoken engagement with environmental and social issues. As an employer, Vivienne Westwood offers career paths across design, product development, retail and corporate functions within a distinctive creative business. The brand appeals to professionals who value originality, cultural curiosity and the interplay between British heritage and provocative contemporary expression.
Vivienne Westwood is seeking a full-time Archive Intern for a two-month placement in its Archive Department in Battersea, London, at £14.10 per hour. The intern will support heritage and fashion editing administration, archival care and cataloguing, Fashion GPS returns and uploads, and photoshoot and creative project coordination.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day Heritage and Fashion Editing administration.
- Handle daily returns and requests using the Fashion GPS system.
- Assist with archival care and maintenance, and accurately upload archival pieces to the FGPS system.
- Label, re-house and catalogue garments and accessories.
- Support photoshoot preparation and coordination for the Fashion Editing team.
- Set up and take down backstage styling and preparation areas on styling and shoot days.
- Work with the Fashion Editing team to ensure successful delivery of creative projects.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of and previous experience with Fashion GPS (Launchmetrics Samples) preferred.
- Knowledge of Outlook email systems and Excel desirable.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Data-oriented, with acute attention to detail and processes.
- Able to adapt to daily changes and self-motivated.
- Fluent spoken and written English is essential.
Skills
Workplace
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is GBP 14.10 per hour.
Benefits
Training and hands-on experience; opportunity to develop new skills and build industry knowledge; exposure to a fast-paced, creative working environment; opportunity to work for a company that cares about its people and the environment.
Culture
Vivienne Westwood’s workplace culture is shaped by the house’s rebellious British heritage, distinctive design language and commitment to environmental and social causes. Its creative environment places value on individuality and craft, bringing together people who see fashion as a means of cultural expression and positive change.
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