Intern (m/f/d) Design

Location: Düsseldorf, DE, 40468

Intern (m/f/d) Design

The future looks like you

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as an Intern (m/f/d) Design!

Your responsibilities

Support the design team in creating CADs, technical drawings, and line overviews

Conduct market and trend research (online and in-store) to inform the design direction

Assist with mood boards, fabric and trim boards, and collection presentations

Prepare and organize materials for fittings, range reviews, and key sign-off meetings

Update and maintain digital files (e.g., CAD libraries, design folders, PLM entries)

Participate in fitting sessions, take notes, and help coordinate follow-up actions

Assist with sample management and showroom setup

Shadow designers to understand how creative ideas are translated into commercial products

What you bring

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Fashion Design or a related field

Strong interest in flat knit and a solid understanding of garment construction

Basic to intermediate proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with a willingness to develop technical drawing and rendering skills under guidance

Highly organized with attention to detail and strong time management skills

Creative mindset, positive attitude, and a proactive approach to learning

Fluent in English; any additional language is a plus

What we offer

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy

An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores

Mental health and wellness program

An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment

A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture