What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fashion Marketing Intern - Summer 2026 position at Cindy Castro New York?
We are seeking a curious and creative Fashion Marketing Intern for Summer 2026 to join our dynamic Marketing team in NYC. This internship is unpaid so candidates must be able to receive academic credit and requires availability for a minimum of four days a week (25 hours)
To apply, please send your resume and portfolio to production@cindycastro.com
As a Fashion Marketing Intern, you'll gain invaluable experience in the fashion industry, from product development to marketing strategy.
- Understand the product development process from concept to production.
- Learn about sustainable fashion practices, including eco-friendly garments and ethical business operations.
- Build your ability to support marketing and design teams with various administrative tasks, from scheduling to logistics.
- Learn how to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, including effective communication and managing expectations.
- Acquire skills in researching and identifying potential boutiques and wholesale distribution channels, enhancing your understanding of market dynamics.
- Develop and refine your skills in creating engaging content, with a focus on innovative marketing strategies tailored for social media platforms.
- Importance of strategy, storytelling ideation, content creation, competitor analysis, KPI tracking, and event planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the design team with research for seasonal collections, runways and photoshoots
Assist with tracking orders, managing shipping logistics and packing orders.
Contribute to social media content creation and management.
Help coordinate day-to-day PR requests, fashion events and promotions.
Desire to learn and be a team player.
Provide general support to the marketing and design teams.
Monitor trends and competitor activities to aid in strategy development.
Schedule and assist with client appointments and organize collections.
Support influencer and talent partnerships and social ideation.
Coordinate daily PR requests and assist in campaign performance analysis.
Help prepare marketing materials and presentations.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Available 4 days per week at our atelier in New York City (midtown)
Adobe Photoshop, Canva/CapCut or similar, InDesign, Google Sheets/Excel proficiency
Knowledge of industry news and innovation
Familiar with luxury and sustainable ready to wear market
Ability to work well in a team, efficient collaboration skills.
Knowledge of sustainable fashion
Detail orientation and strong organizational skills
Ability to receive school credit
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Fluency in the digital, social, and influencer landscapes. Focus on Instagram & TikTok
Passionate about ethical manufacturing and slow fashion practices
Company Description
Cindy Castro New York is a responsible women’s ready-to-wear brand founded in NYC, dedicated to creating ethical, sustainable, and timeless designs that celebrate modern women. With a focus on minimizing environmental impact, the brand emphasizes transparent practices, from sourcing eco-friendly materials to supporting regenerative initiatives. Over 98% of the clothing is produced in New York, highlighting the craftsmanship of Latino immigrants and minority communities. Committed to social responsibility, the brand donates a portion of its sales to foundations supporting equality, women, children, and human rights. Cindy Castro New York collaborates with other ethical businesses globally to promote a more sustainable fashion industry.