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Akris –Market Week Internship Opportunity
Akris is seeking an intern who is eager to learn and excited to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced fashion environment. This internship will take place during one of the most important events of the year - Akris Market Week, May 3–8. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced wholesale environment.
Responsibilities:
Assist the team with day-to-day market appointments
Support showroom setup and organization
Help with merchandising and sample management
Provide general administrative support as needed
Qualifications:
Interest in wholesale or fashion industry
Previous market or showroom experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude
Availability on Sunday, May 3 (1:00–3:00pm), and flexibility during the week (Monday–Friday, 8:45am–6:00pm; full attendance not required)
Ideal Candidates Are:
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Able to multitask efficiently
- Responsible, reliable, and punctual
- Interested in the fashion industry
- Strong communicators
- Positive and enthusiastic
- Eager to learn
- (Previous fashion experience is preferred but not required)
About Akris
Akris is an international fashion house founded in 1922 and headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland. Creative Director Albert Kriemler designs forward-thinking womenswear and signature accessories. Akris is renowned for its double-face fabrics, innovative embroidery, and digital photo-printing techniques. The brand shows its collections twice a year in Paris and is distributed in over 500 points of sale globally, including its own boutiques in major cities.