Spring 2026 Design Intern Job at Altar'd State, Costa Mesa, CA

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  • Altar'd State
  • Costa Mesa, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Who Are We?

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.

Our Mission

“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

We are seeking a creative and passionate Design Intern to join our growing, dynamic team in our Orange County, CA Design Studio. This Design Internship offers a unique opportunity for aspiring fashion designers to gain hands-on experience in the industry. The Design Intern will contribute to the creation of fresh, innovative collections that align with the brand’s vision. The Intern will work closely with the Design team to assist in various aspects of the design process, from concept development to final product creation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Stay up-to-date with fashion trends, conduct market research, and gather inspiration from various sources to inform design decisions.
  • Create detailed sketches and digital renderings of designs, illustrating concepts and translating ideas into visual representations.
  • Assist in choosing appropriate fabrics, materials, and trims for each design, considering factors such as aesthetics, functionality, and cost.
  • Learn and contribute to the technical design process, ensuring accurate and well-fitting prototypes.
  • Collaborate with the product development team to ensure the development of samples meets our expectations and quality requirements.
  • Produce tech packs including sketches, artwork, construction details, and sewing instructions.
  • Participate in fittings to evaluate fit and make necessary adjustments.
  • Maintain organized design records, including sketches, prints, submits and samples.
  • Actively participate in design critiques and incorporate feedback to improve design concepts and prototypes.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Fashion Design or Apparel Design.
  • A strong passion for women's fashion and trends.
  • Proficiency in sketching by hand or digitally and knowledge of design software including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Basic knowledge of fibers and fabrics.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a keen eye for aesthetics.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, creative environment.
  • Must have a few days of open availability and be able to work a minimum of 20-25 hours.

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:

  • #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
  • #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
  • #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
  • #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022

Job Tags

Internship, Local area,

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