Design Internship - Summer 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Pay : $20.00 Per Hour

Dates : June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Schedule : In-Office, Monday - Thursday, 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM, Friday 9 : 00 AM - 1 : 00 PM / 30-minute lunch every day

Location : Randa Accessories - Chicago, IL

Who is Randa Apparel & Accessories?

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

A global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise, Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) is one of the world’s leading apparel and lifestyle accessories companies, operating a portfolio of 30+ brands across all channels of distribution. RAA produces exceptional products and services, delights our customers, and makes our partners successful. We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Apply today and fashion your future with RAA.

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Overview :

In this 10-week specialized program, you will be working in our Design division. You will assist the Design & Merchandising teams and will be exposed to the fundamentals of retail and wholesale businesses.

Design Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting the design team in creating designs that fit into seasonal concepts and specific brand visions
• Collaborate with merchants to build assortments and react to fashion trends
• Provides technical details to overseas vendors for managing sample development
• Produces sketches and may make seasonal presentations of proposed designs
• Create and manage tech packs through our PLM software and communicate with / overseas vendors on sample development

Project

Interns will be assigned a group project and a mentor to help provide coaching & support throughout the project. The project will be presented in the final week to various leaders within the organization. The goal is to research and present a solution or recommendation based on white space within the company. This will give interns an opportunity to work with cross-functional departments and individuals across our multiple locations to put together a solution to create a positive change.

Qualifications :

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