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Kontoor Brands, Inc. · 5 days ago

Summer Intern - Wrangler Design, Collaborations

Greensboro, NC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of iconic lifestyle and workwear brands, and they are seeking a Summer Intern for their Wrangler Design team. The intern will support the design and development process while gaining hands-on experience in the fashion industry.

ApparelBrand MarketingConsumer GoodsE-CommerceSales

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the design team in the development of seasonal product lines and special projects

Assist designers with Illustrator flats, simple CADs, and design updates as directed

Help build and maintain seasonal design decks, presentations, and CAD sheets

Enter and track virtual and physical prototypes and assist with maintaining design development trackers

Support organization of samples, materials, and presentation assets

Conduct trend, market, and consumer research to support seasonal storytelling and concept development

Compile visual inspiration and competitive analysis materials

Take notes in proto, fit, and key milestone meetings to support design execution

Gain exposure to cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design

Learn the go-to-market process and how design decisions are made from concept through execution

Draft content outlines: hook, concept, shot list, copy options, sound/music, and notes on timing/platform nuances

Partner with the team during content planning to ensure timely alignment with tentpole events and seasonal priorities

Qualification

Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopApparel DesignFashion DesignCuriosityTeamworkAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Required

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program at a College/University and able to receive a paid internship

Eligible to work in the US without restrictions

Have previously demonstrated leadership skills through school, extracurricular activities and/or community involvement

Exceptional at taking on challenges and using your particular set of skills to create solutions

A self-starter, ability to work with others in a team environment, with a passion for helping others

Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

Intermediate Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to take direction, apply feedback, and follow through

Curious mindset with a strong desire to learn and explore new ideas

Team-first attitude with a positive outlook and strong work ethic

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related field

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and able to participate in a full-time, paid summer internship

Must be local or willing to relocate to Greensboro, NC for the duration of the internship

Benefits

Discounts on our apparel

Four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents

Flexible Fridays

Tuition Reimbursement

Company

Kontoor Brands, Inc.

Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB) is a portfolio of three of the world’s most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®.

Founded in 2019