Lands' End
Apparel Design
Lands' End, Dodgeville, Wisconsin, us, 53595
JOB REQUIREMENTS: 2024 Apparel Design Co-op - DESIG005356 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Our co-op program is designed with future leaders in mind and serves as a pipeline for top talent. Participants in our program receive one-on-one mentorship while working alongside seasoned designers to develop Lands\' End product bringing concepts to life. By providing color, fabrication, silhouettes and trend ideas you will share your recommendations and support visual set up and presentation to convey the design vision. Through trend analysis and market research, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining design books and journals. You will quickly come to appreciate the complexities of growing a global, multi-channel retailer. The Co-op experience at Lands\' End is a comprehensive development-based role, designed to facilitate a robust Design career path. Co-ops will be immersed in the various functions of the business that contribute to the broader scope of the Design model, gaining valuable hands-on experience in skill competency areas. Lands\' End co-ops will be placed in one of the product areas including women\'s, men\'s, kid\'s, and non-apparel/accessories. Intern experiences and responsibilities include but not limited to trend and competitor research, technical flats and inspiration boards, visual set ups and presentations and fittings/returns analysis. Some highlights of our Fall Co-op program include: * Competitive internship salary * Team-building and networking activities * Leadership and cross functional learning opportunities * Free access to virtual/onsite workout and wellness classes * Merchandise discounts on Lands\' End products Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor\'s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Successful Apparel Design candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities: * Thorough understanding of textile construction as well as color and printing techniques. * Strong industry knowledge and passion for the Lands\' End brand. * Basic fit and pattern making skills. * Passion for current fashion and emerging trends. * Ability to work with a variety of work styles as well as the ability to work independently, flexible * Instinct and passion for product and design, great product (taste level), and a strong product point of view. * Customer-focused, results driven, analytical. * Acute awareness of market trends (trend forecasting); can translate this into ideas for key items, profitable growth and measurable results. * Innovative, critical thinker with the ability to continuously operate strategically and work cross-functionally. * Strong leadership skills and communication skills, proven relationship builder. * Working toward a degree in apparel design or related field ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=6c02b7a441e604e9eebb9184aa179a7d Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided!