Apparel Design Intern - Summer 2026

Apparel Design Intern - Summer 2026 Detroit, Michigan, United States of America FullTime Description We are seeking a fashion/apparel design intern to join the Rocket Threads team. This role will support the lead product manager by researching trends, analyzing performance of past collections, and generating fresh design concepts. The intern's work will help inform sourcing and sampling decisions, ensuring each collection is both strategic and creatively inspired. This internship is ideal for a student or early-career designer who wants exposure to the entire product development cycle, from ideation and research through to real-world execution. About the role Conduct trend and competitor research, compiling seasonal reports and visual decks. Analyze past Rocket Threads product launches, identifying what resonated and where improvements are needed. Translate research into mockups, sketches, concept boards and mini-line proposals. Present ideas and findings to the lead product manager for review. Assist in preparing internal presentations and design briefs for leadership and vendor partners. Support the ongoing maintenance of design assets, libraries, and performance documentation. About you Preferred Qualifications Self-directed approach Ability to communicate effectively Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word What you’ll get Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks. About us Detroit-based Rock Ventures serves and connects Rocket Mortgage Founder and Cleveland Cavaliers Majority Owner Dan Gilbert’s portfolio of more than 100 companies. The Family of Companies’ mission is to increase growth, innovation and prosperity in the cities in which its thousands of team members live, work, and play. Key initiatives include real estate development, community investments and economic development. This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at Careers@Rocket.com.