Design Intern

Are you passionate, adventurous, collaborative and impactful?  Join GoldBug, a privately held woman-owned company setting the industry standard for safe and quality products.  GoldBug is one of the largest branded suppliers of infant and children's apparel and accessories in the US.  You can gain hands-on experience while possibly getting college credit through a Design Internship with a family-owned company that has been around almost 60 years.

GoldBug is built around a fundamental truth: in life it’s often the little things that make the biggest difference. Just as every baby emerges as a life altering joy wrapped in the tiniest package, we see a “GoldBug” as the small idea that can make the biggest impact. Whether it's our innovative design, relentless focus on product, safety, or our championing causes that support maternal health, our attention to the little details has led us for the past fifty years.

We are accepting applications for our Spring/Summer 2026 internship program.  It is an unpaid internship, but the knowledge you will receive is invaluable! 

Position Overview:  The Design Intern will assist with the day-to-day operations in our office. This position is for motivated individuals who are hands-on when it comes to work. This will be a great opportunity to learn about multiple areas in the fashion accessory industry.  We will work together to build skills to help with your future career goals. 

Responsibilities May Include:

• Use Adobe Illustrator
  
• Learn company standards for fashion and technical illustrations 
• Create illustrations for our digital libraries, line sheets, planograms, and/or tech packs.
• Evaluate Lab Dips and enter approvals/comments into our Color Trackers and PLM system.
• Keep Fabric, Trim and Sample libraries organized and understand difference between certain textiles and trims, as well as product categories.
• Research market trends and help create our internal trend presentations for our Product Managers, Sales Team & Retailers.
• Clip and lightly edit images in Adobe Photoshop, as well as how to set up trend boards using Adobe Illustrator

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar with Windows and/or MAC as well as Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator & Photoshop
• General knowledge of garment construction, silhouettes, color ways, and fabrication.
• Attention to detail and excellent time management and organizational skills with a sense of urgency for deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including interpersonal skills
• Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands
• Ability to be flexible and show initiative in a change-oriented company
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education/Experience

Currently pursuing a college/university degree in a Design-related field or a recent graduate of a Design-related field program. Completion of relevant coursework and participation in volunteer activities will be considered strong assets.