Mainly fashion PR, showroom and design internships in this post. No fashion magazine internships, those will be posted. Click the link to see all the openings and good luck!

W29 Showroom is a fashion showroom handling sales and press for high end contemporary accessories and women’s wear collections.
We are offering an internship where the intern will assist in all aspects of public relations and collection presentations. You will gain lots of hands-on experience, which will prepare you for a future in the fashion industry.

The right candidate will be able to commit to a six months period, with a minimum of 3 days a week.

Tasks will include the following:

• Assist in sample loans and returns
• Assist in events
• Scan publications for press credits
• Organize press clips
• Update resources
• Outline story ideas and products for magazine features
• Create digital presentations

Qualifications:
A general knowledge of & strong interest in the fashion industry
Organized and responsible
Solid Photoshop, Excel and internet skills

Please email a cover letter along with your resume to intern@w29showroom.com

NYC – Kai Kuhne is looking for a qualified fashion design intern to assist designers in the development and production of the Fall/Winter 2009 Collection. This is a great opportunity for a fashion student to learn how a collection is produced from the early stages of design to the final presentation. It is mandatory that applicants know pattern making and draping. It is also required that the intern be able to work full time through mid February. Please send resume, brief letter of interest and samples of your work.
NOTE: This internship is unpaid, however we will provide cost of transportation and credit for courses if needed.

Interested applicants please email resume and cover letter. Contact : lauren@kaikuhne.com

NYC – Boutique PR/Marketing Firm in the Beauty, Spa & Wellness Industry is seeking an intern to assist with Blogging and Online Press Efforts.

We are looking for an intern to join our small, friendly environment. Here you will learn about all facets of beauty PR, media outreach, and online marketing. An ideal candidate would be educated, creative, enthusiastic, and media savvy (magazine, TV, newspaper, internet/blogs) with a true interest in the business of public relations. This is an excellent opportunity for the person who wants to get their foot in the door and learn the ropes of the beauty PR industry.

Responsibilities include:
• Writing blog posts on behalf of the company
• Pitching to blogs in order to gain additional exposure for the company
• Posting company updates to social networking and micro-blogging sites such as Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, StumbleUpon, etc.
• Work with Cision (Bacon’s) Media Source to compile, update, and maintain extensive Media/Press Lists
• Database management
• Scanning for press
• Online research
• Work directly with PR Managers on multiple projects
• Brainstorm and pro-actively research new pitch angles and media outlets
• Press Kit assembly

Requirements:
• Extensive knowledge of blogs, social networking sites, and the Internet
• Experienced writer
• Outgoing personality with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in online branding/marketing/promotion
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Professional phone etiquette
• Strong time management skills

Flex schedule, but looking for a commitment of roughly 20-30 hours/week

Thank you.
Contact: job-980857272@craigslist.org

Luxury handbag designer based in SoHo is looking for a part-time intern, to begin immediately. This is an amazing opportunity for anyone interested in gaining exposure to all scopes of a growing design label. Applicants must be extremely motivated, prompt, enthusiastic, resourceful and detail-oriented. Duties range from assisting in press and marketing to design, production and distribution. This internship is unpaid but would be an ideal learning experience for those studying accessories/fashion design, merchandising, public relations, marketing and business. We are looking for applicants who are available 2-3 days a week for a 3-4 month commitment. Must be proficient in Mac and a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus. Previous internship experience is preferred but not required. Please submit cover letter with resume.

Contact job-982247925@craigslist.org

Parlor Showroom
Multi-line men’s and women’s showroom in Soho looking for enthusiastic, hardworking interns for the upcoming season and beyond.

Looking for:
-highly motivated, self starter
-professional
-smart, confident
-reliable and punctual
-thrive in a fast-paced environment
-ability to multi-task and organize under pressure
-knowledge of fashion market and previous internship experience a plus but not necessary
-retail experience a plus
-familiarity with the city, its neighborhoods, subway system, etc.
-stellar internet researching skills
-proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Entourage, etc.)
-possess great customer service skills, comfortable on the phone
-can commit to at least 2-3 days per week for at least 3 months, preference given to applicants who can work more than the minimum

Job Responsibilities
- Meet and greet all clients
- answer phones
- dress models
- research new stores domestically and internationally
-both front and back office sales work
-maintain showroom and all related areas including prepping showroom for market appointments and tradeshow
- helping out at fashion shows and presentations during FW09 fashion week
-FedEx and basic messenger and packaging duties
-calling and fostering relationships with existing accounts as well as developing a familiarity with new accounts
-maintain supply closet and make sure refreshments are well-stocked at all times
-processing orders and confirmations in addition to various other administrative tasks
-basic errands such as faxing, buying supplies etc.

This is a startup business that will eventually take on new employees and we would love to have those new hires be former interns! We are cultivating a family with this venture and would love to include you if you believe that you are up for the challenge. If you are obsessed and devour fashion in any form then you will feel pretty comfortable working in this environment. This is not slave labor but this is a job and we expect you to treat it as such and take your responsibilities very seriously. We are totally about having a good time and enjoying our work environment but the priority is the business and you should be likeminded.

In your email, include your favorite fashion magazines and why, favorite designers and why. Tell us a little bit about yourself, your aspirations, what you see yourself doing once you graduate into the fashion industry .

Interested applicants send cover letters and resumes to (intern@parlorshowroom.com)

Three times a year, Love Brigade offers internships to chosen applicants in the following areas:

* fashion design
* graphic design
* fashion merchandising

These positions (detailed below), undergo specialized programs which offer real-world experience while ensuring proper training for the industry. Please attach a cover letter. Resumes/portfolios/cover letters may be submitted to hr@lovebrigade.com for all positions.

***Please also list in the subject line for which position you are applying,
to ensure that it is forwarded to the correct department, thank you.***

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Position LB.NP.180.FI: FABULOUS FASHION INTERN
This position is mentored by the Fashion Assistant and our Senior Designers on all things related to design, production, pricing, sourcing, and witnesses a little bit of everything else under the sun, too. Resumes/portfolios/cover letters may be submitted to hr@lovebrigade.com.

Love Brigade requires the following of our applicants for this specific position:
1. Powerful portfolio
2. Intuitive style, fashionable at all times (you will meet with clients and vendors!)
3. Well spoken and written
4. Energetic with a willingness to do whatever it takes
5. Ambition & timeliness
6. The vision of being the support and foundation of a strong and very busy team
7. Illustrator and patternmaking experience
8. The realization that wearing comfortable shoes are a necessity – many errands come with this position!
9. Minimum of 15 hours per week, for a six month term to witness the full fashion cycle. This includes a mandatory 10am-1pm meeting on Tuesdays with the remaining hours spread throughout the rest of the week. We can work around your schedule for the rest of the week, especially if you are in school.
10. A fairly flexible after-hours schedule to take part in LB activities and shows

Any of the following qualities are a plus, but are not required:
1. CAD experience
2. Photoshop skills
3. Formal fashion training in Europe (UK or Italy)
4. Photography and styling experience (for assistance purposes)
5. Knowledge of midtown/fabric shops/suppliers
6. Online data entry, design, or programming (Dreamweaver, php store, etc)
7. Accessory design experience or training
8. Graphic design experience or training

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Position LB.NP.180.MCI: MERCHANDISING INTERN
This position is mentored by our Retail Manager on all facets of fashion business, sales, marketing, PR, merchandising, and also witnesses a bit of everything else. You will also be corresponding with our marketing office. We also host and sponsor a ton of events and parties, which you will be working on as well. Resumes/portfolios/cover letters may be submitted to hr@lovebrigade.com.

Love Brigade requires the following of our applicants for this specific position:
1. Marketing, Merchandising, PR, sales or advertising experience/education or display experience
2. Intuitive style, fashionable at all times (you will meet with clients and vendors!)
3. Well spoken and written
4. Excellent organizational skills
5. Ambition & timeliness
6. Ready-equipped with a keen sense of off-kilter marketing
7. HTML savvy (you must be able to use Dreamweaver or at least know code)
8. A general knowledge of the fashion industry
9. SELF STARTER – have your own ideas and be able to manage yourself on a few projects!
10. Minimum of 25 hours per week, for a six month term to witness the full fashion cycle. This includes a mandatory 10am-1pm meeting on Tuesdays with the remaining hours spread throughout the rest of the week. We can work around your schedule for the rest of the week, especially if you are in school.
11. A fairly flexible after-hours schedule to take part in LB activities and shows.

Any of the following qualities are a plus, but are not required:
1. Previous experience dealing directly with media, press, and buyers
2. Party and Event planning
3. A base knowledge of Love Brigade’s current and previous marketing strategies and campaigns (Google us)
4. PR experience
5. Print Vendor, Showroom, and Media relationships
6. History in sales
7. Tradeshow experience
8. Graphic design experience or training
9. Project management experience