Product Developer Intern - Fashion Apparel Design

Intern - Product Development and Design ( June Intake ) 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the product developer and technical team during the fitting and sample review process.
• Assist in basic sewing work, minor alterations, and sample preparation.
• Support pattern making tasks, including pattern tracing, measurement checking, and simple pattern adjustments.
• Help in garment construction checking to ensure samples follow approved design, measurements, and workmanship standards.
• Prepare garments and samples for fitting sessions, including labelling, organising, and tracking.
• Assist in checking garment details such as:
  • stitching quality
  • seam finishing
  • measurements
  • construction methods
  • trims and accessories placement
• Record fitting comments and update sample status after fittings.
• Work closely with the product developer to ensure samples are prepared and reviewed on time.
• Help manage bulk sample organisation, filing, and follow-up for multiple styles across RPL brands.
• Support ad hoc tasks related to product development, sample handling, and technical documentation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in Fashion Design, Garment Technology, Pattern Making, Textile/Apparel, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of:
  • sewing
  • pattern making
  • garment construction
  • fit and measurement checking
• Able to identify basic garment construction issues and workmanship defects.
• Familiar with garment components, fabric types, and sewing techniques.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple samples at one time.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or basic reporting tools is an advantage.
• Hands-on, responsible, and eager to learn product development processes.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of fit comments and technical requirements.
• Internship or project exposure in fashion/apparel sample development is an advantage.
• Passion for fashion product development and garment quality.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Practical and hands-on
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to support fitting preparation efficiently
• Comfortable handling a large volume of samples
• Keen to learn and grow in garment technical development
   

  The ZALORA Story

  ZALORA Group is Asia Pacific’s leading group of online fashion destinations. Founded in 2012, the company has a presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei, the Philippines, Hong Kong and Taiwan. ZALORA is part of Global Fashion Group, the world's leader in online fashion for emerging markets. ZALORA Group’s localized sites offer an extensive collection of top international and local brands and products across apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty categories for men and women. Offering up to 30-day free returns, speedy deliveries as fast as 3 hours in some markets, free delivery over a certain spend, and multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery, ZALORA Group is the online shopping destination with endless fashion possibilities.

  ZALORA is not obligated to accept resumes from any third parties on behalf of potential candidates for any position (advertised or otherwise) by any means, unless ZALORA has executed a written agreement with such third party and has expressly requested such third party for candidate referrals. Third parties who provide unsolicited resumes of candidate(s) shall waive and forfeit all rights to claim for any placement fees or referral fees in the event that such candidate is eventually engaged or employed by Zalora or Global Fashion Group.