Design Apprentice - Cut & Sew NY

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Coach

New York, NY, US

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what’s possible.

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands – Coach and Kate Spade New York– was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen.

We’re always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this:
Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

2026 Tapestry Apprenticeship Program Overview:

Tapestry has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Our 12-month Design Apprentice Program will give recent graduates or early career individuals the opportunity to collaborate with our talented design teams to learn all aspects of the design process. We offer training and learning sessions to give exposure to leaders and provide a big picture understanding to our business. The design apprentices also have the opportunity to present a final project to design leaders across all of the brands.

Work structure:
Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday in office)

Location:

New York City Hudson Yards Office

Compensation: $26/hour

Benefits/Perks: product discounts, sample sales, apprentice educational & social events.

* Please note, visa sponsorship is not offered for this position

To be considered, please complete the following steps by February 2nd:

Online Tapestry Application

REQUIRED Video Interview – Complete the Hire Vue video interview (Applications without the video interview will not be considered).

Here is what to expect from the recruitment process:

Final Teams Interviews– Applicants selected for follow up phone or video interviews will be contacted throughout February.

Apprentice Offers – Offers will be extended by the recruitment team late March to early April.

Please be prepared to share your top three areas of interest along with your portfolio in your video interview.

Final date to receive applications – FEBRUARY 2nd

APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY REVIEWED UP TO Final date to receive applications

Primary

Purpose:

The Apprentice is to collaborate with cut and sew on concepts each season that are fashion driven and reflective of the creative vision and Coach aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Design to:

• Partner with Design team to create and refine knits designs from conception to first prototype.
• Responsible for upholding design integrity throughout the entire development process.
• Help organize presentation boards and assist in the preparation of meetings.
• Responsible for department timeline adherence, ensuring all products and seasonal concepts deliver through to meet key milestones and final calendar dates.
• Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising and Product Development.
• Create design flats using Adobe Illustrator and assist in spec drawings.

The accomplished individual will possess:

• Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
• Must be flexible with the ability to self-manage.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be a collaborative, team player with great initiative.

An outstanding professional will have:

1+ years related work/internship experience in design; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

• Knowledge of garment construction.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proven ability to sketch and spec.
• Fashion/luxury brand experience, a plus.

• Courage
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