Technical Apparel Design - Corporate Internship - Summer

Nordstrom is seeking a Technical Designer Intern to join our Technical Design team within Sourcing & Development, reporting to the Senior Technical Designer. The ideal Technical Design Intern is detail-oriented, obsessed with apparel development and committed to providing outstanding customer service. Successful Interns will also have the opportunity to join Nordstrom full-time upon completion of their degree.

Nordstrom is seeking a Technical Designer Intern to join our Technical Design team within Sourcing & Development, reporting to the Senior Technical Designer. The ideal Technical Design Intern is detail-oriented, obsessed with apparel development and committed to providing outstanding customer service. Successful Interns will also have the opportunity to join Nordstrom full-time upon completion of their degree.

Prepare for a career as a Technical Designer, this will include:

• Assist the Technical Design team in developing clear, concise Tech Packs, including measurement worksheets and construction images, that align with Design intent and Brand DNA
• Assist in evaluating samples to ensure product specifications, quality and construction standards are executed
• Measure samples
• Support the Technical Design team and participate in fit sessions as needed
• Support the Technical Design team in meeting calendar milestones and due dates
• Support internal teams in maintaining sample organization throughout the development and production lifecycle
• Assist in special projects as directed

• Are pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Apparel Design, Apparel Manufacturing, Pattern Making or a related field
• Bring strong organization and time management skills
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Build strong interpersonal relationships
• Are able to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook
• Are skilled in Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, Photoshop
• Have exposure to Product Lifecycle Management software (preferred)
• Have exposure to 3D apparel development – Browzwear, CLO, Optitex (preferred)
• Have exposure to 2D pattern software – Gerber Accumark, Optitex (preferred)
• Demonstrate our core competencies:
  Customer Focus, Self-Development and Communicates Effectively

The 2027 summer internship program is 10 weeks and will take place June 14th - August 20th in Seattle, WA. Housing will be provided for individuals living 30 miles or further from the Nordstrom corporate offices. Interviews will take place in November 2026. We anticipate hiring decisions being made by January 2027.

At this time, Nordstrom cannot provide sponsorship now or in the future for this role. This includes interested parties who currently hold an F-1, H-1, TN, J-1, OPT, or CPT visa.

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.

Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$22.75 - $37.50 Hourly

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification,…