Design & Material Intern

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Program at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as a Design & Material Intern for The North Face Team. At VF, shaping futures that move you means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, Make Your Move: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.

VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at

Start date:

February 1st, 2027 Duration: 12 months, full-time Gross monthly salary: 1'850 CHF

Location:

VF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

• You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
• You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship

The North Face is seeking an exceptional Design & Materials Intern to join our team and support the creation of future-focused product. In this role, you will work alongside Designers and the Material specialist to explore new concepts, explore materials and trims and elevate existing product ranges. The ideal intern is passionate about design, deeply curious about materials, meticulous in execution and energized by working as part of a highly collaborative team.

Every detail matters and your contribution will help bring our products to life! Help shape future product collections by supporting material and trim development, trend research, and design execution across multiple categories. Gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment while contributing to innovative, consumer‑focused product solutions.

• Support trend, consumer, and competitor research to identify emerging design, material, and color opportunities.
• Assist in the creation of design assets, including sketches, technical packs, color-ups, style overviews, and presentation materials using Adobe Illustrator.
• Support the exploration and sourcing of fabrics, trims, organization/maintenance of archive & PLM as well as design details relevant to assigned product categories.
• Maintain and update design documentation, sketches, color-ups, seasonal product information and product configuration system in FLEX and DASH throughout the development process.
• Collaborate closely with Designers, Material Specialist, cross‑functional partners and headquarters in Denver to support day‑to‑day product creation activities.

A degree in Fashion Design or Textile Engineering is required given the nature of the role. Strong understanding of the materials, design process, including outdoor, lifestyle and technical products. Proficient in Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, with strong Illustrator skills. Creative, proactive, and open‑minded, with the ability to take initiative. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, working effectively within cross‑functional teams. Highly organized, adaptable, and able to meet deadlines in fast‑paced environments.

A keen interest in design, materials innovation, sustainability, outdoor and performance products, and emerging consumer trends. You are fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• How a seasonal product collection is created, from initial inspiration and development through to product execution.
• The role of materials, trims,…