Design & Material Intern
Beschreibung
VF International Sagl is the EMEA headquarters of VF Corporation, a global brand-led business headquartered in Stabio, Switzerland. VF is home to iconic brands such as The North Face, Vans, and Timberland. The #VFInternshipProgram is a 12-month structured program designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers, offering hands-on experience, skill-building workshops, networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership, and one day of work in-store to gain real insights about the brands. Support trend, consumer, and competitor research to identify emerging design, material, and colour opportunities. Assist in the creation of design assets including sketches, technical packs, colour-ups, style overviews, and presentation materials using Adobe Illustrator. Support the exploration and sourcing of fabrics, trims, and organisation and maintenance of archive and PLM as well as design details relevant to assigned product categories. Maintain and update design documentation, sketches, colour-ups, seasonal product information, and product configuration system in FLEX and DASH throughout the development process. Collaborate closely with Designers, Material Specialists, cross-functional partners, and headquarters in Denver to support day-to-day product creation activities. A degree in Fashion Design or Textile Engineering is required. Strong understanding of materials and the design process, including outdoor, lifestyle and technical products. Proficiency in Excel and Adobe Creative Suite, with strong Illustrator skills. Creative, proactive and open-minded, with the ability to take initiative. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Highly organised, adaptable and able to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments. A keen interest in design, materials innovation, sustainability, outdoor and performance products, and emerging consumer trends. Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 or hold student status as of February 1st, 2027, and must hold EU or EEA citizenship. Gross monthly salary of CHF 1,850. Hybrid working policy. 50% discount on VF brands. On-site gym offering health and well-being initiatives. Subsidised canteen as well as break-out areas offering complimentary drinks. Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport depending on location. Dedicated skill-building workshops and an internal consulting group project. One day of work in-store gaining real insights about the brands. Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership. A structured learning path covering product collection creation, materials and colour roles in design, industry-standard tools and processes, cross-functional team collaboration, trend and consumer research methodologies, design workflow best practices, and The North Face design philosophy around innovation, sustainability and performance. Most interns remain with the company after the internship period.