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Couture Design Intern – Luxury Fashion House – ANDREW KWON
Location: New York, NY
Duration: 12 - 16 weeks (commitment for a minimum of three full days a week)
Start Date: July 2026 - October 2026 – with an opportunity to extend throughout the school year
Join the ANDREW KWON Atelier in New York as we meticulously prepare for our upcoming couture collection and runway show in April 2026.
ANDREW KWON is a New York City based luxury fashion house featured in leading fashion publications and on red carpets worldwide. His work has been seen on the likes of Madison Beer, Chrissy Teigen, Nikki Glaser, and Eileen Gu.
Specializing in bridal and eveningwear, ANDREW KWON is committed to redefining modern American couture and fashion.
We are seeking talented and detail-oriented interns in design to join our New York City Atelier. This role is ideal for a passionate individual eager to gain hands-on experience in the world of luxury fashion and couture. The intern will work closely with our design team, as well as Andrew, assisting in various aspects of the creative process and garment development.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in hand sewing and machine sewing for garment construction and embellishments
- Support pattern making and draping for new designs
- Participate in garment construction, including cutting, assembling, and finishing pieces
- Work with the team on embroidery techniques and textile embellishments
- Gain hands-on experience in the Garment District, assisting with sourcing and production coordination
- Assist with fabric selection, handling, and textile manipulation
- Provide support during fittings, alterations, and production prep
- Maintain an organized and efficient workspace, ensuring materials and samples are properly managed
- Learn couture techniques in both draping, pattern making, sewing, color story building, fabrication, materiality, and more.
Qualifications:
- Based in New York
- Strong sewing skills (both hand and/or machine) with attention to detail
- Eager to learn and ability to learn quickly
- Basic knowledge of pattern making and draping
- Understanding of fabric properties and construction techniques
- Experience or coursework in embroidery and textile embellishments is a plus
- Previous experience in the Garment District or with a fashion brand is preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for luxury fashion, couture, and craftsmanship
- Prior internship experience
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in couture design, and to be part of a dynamic and creative team. If you have a keen eye for detail and a love for couture, we'd love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and portfolio to careers@andrewkwon.com