At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort.  Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation and customer service is legendary. 

Ready to transform your academic skills into first-hand business opportunities with an industry leader? If so, come explore this fantastic opportunity at JOCKEY! We offer a comprehensive internship program that allows students to have hands-on experience in their selected field of study. Our internship program prepares students for their careers, allows them to develop the necessary business skills to succeed, and gives them a real-world perspective on the many roles available to them in the apparel industry. Additionally, we offer an adaptable team environment which provides for continual learning!

Employees enjoy a workplace that is exciting and evolving. At JOCKEY, you will be able to try new things, set goals for your development, build a career that fits your expectations, and have fun along the way!  Our paid Tech Design Internship is located at Jockey’s corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI - an easy commute from the greater Milwaukee/Racine areas, Northern IL, or surrounding southeast WI regions. Plus, work schedules are very flexible in order accommodate class schedules/commitments.

JOCKEY OFFERS:

Competitive salary Onsite, professional training in the Apparel Design field Ongoing Manager and professional mentoring

The Tech Design Intern, Apparel will work closely with our Design team on a variety of projects, including:

Supporting the technical garment development of the designated collections Assisting in maintaining accurate and organized records of samples and technical specifications Assisting in fit sessions by note-taking and taking photos Organizing, tagging, and maintaining tech design garment samples, ensuring their availability for meetings. Steam or press garments for fittings as needed. Assisting the Technical Design Team in compiling Wear Test Results Supporting the Technical Design Team by staying updated on industry trends, advancements in fit and construction techniques, and emerging technologies related to technical design Assisting in maintaining and organizing the fit sample library and pattern archives Assisting the Technical Design team in reviewing, measuring, and recording sample submissions from manufacturers to ensure integrity of garments, as specified by the Tech Pack Help compiling, analyzing, and inputting information into PLM system to deliver a comprehensive Tech Pack for a maker, which includes accurate measurement charts, sewing construction specifications, and sample requests Assisting in reviewing and analyzing design sketches and prototypes to identify potential issues Supporting the Tech Design team in any other tasks or projects as assigned Other duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Apparel/Tech Design or related field. GPA of 3.0 or above. Strong time management skills in order to meet project deadlines. Good oral communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Ability to take initiative and demonstrate a proactive attitude. Willingness to ask questions to confirm accuracy for understanding. Ability to work at Jockey's corporate office in Kenosha, WI.  (No relocation or housing assistance provided for this position.)