Job Title: Footwear Designer Intern
Location: El Segundo, CA
Department: Footwear
About Us:
Northstar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer including: Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans
Northstar is a global design and sourcing house for footwear and apparel brands, based in El Segundo, CA. We work with top brands and retailers to help them scale and reduce supply chain overhead. Northstar offers end-to-end design and production services, including design and development, sourcing, and quality assurance, all backed by a global team of experts.
Role Description:
As a Footwear Designer Intern, you will work closely with our design team to support the development of new collections and product lines. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, build your portfolio, and learn from industry professionals in a fast-paced, creative environment. This is a part time position, 3-4 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design to create specifications, and CADs for new designs.
- Research current market trends, materials, and consumer needs to inspire new ideas.
- Collaborate with the design and development teams to refine and iterate on prototypes.
- Support the team in preparing design presentations.
- Assist with colorways and material selection for upcoming collections.
- Ensure design files and materials are organized and up-to-date within the PLM system
- Assist in organizing, maintaining, and updating the material library, ensuring accurate records of materials, swatches, and samples for the design and development teams.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
- Strong sketching, rendering, and concept visualization skills.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and related tools.
- A keen eye for detail, color, and material selection.
- Passion for footwear.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
What We Offer:
- Hands-on experience in footwear design.
- Mentorship from experienced designers and industry professionals.
- Opportunities to contribute to real-world projects and build your professional portfolio.
- Networking opportunities within the footwear and fashion industries.
Please send all resumes to phelanmaxey@nssourcing.com