Urban Outfitters Apparel Design Intern - Print

Urban Outfitters is looking for an Apparel Design Intern to join us for the Summer. As a Print and Pattern Design Intern, you’ll support the design team in creating original prints, patterns, and surface designs for seasonal collections. You’ll contribute to trend research, concept development, and technical execution while gaining hands-on experience in the fashion design process from ideation to final product. 

About the Summer Internship Program:

Each summer URBN Inc. welcomes candidates from across the country to immerse themselves within various teams across our portfolio of brands and gain hands-on learning experience in the area of business which they choose to pursue. Our paid internship program also offers a summer full of intern focused events including exposure to our senior leadership across the business in small group settings, insight into company initiatives, off-site field trips & for those qualified a chance to interview for a full-time job opportunity. See for yourself what our past & present interns are up to @urbncareers! 

The URBN 2026 Summer Internship Program will run from 6/1 through 8/7 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA.  

Summer Internship Program Application Process:

1. Apply to one (1) internship posting that best suits your interest & skills.  If there is a project component in the application (see below within role qualifications), it is required that you submit this to be considered for a position.  This is due at the time of your application submission.

2. Complete Video Interview: Candidates selected will receive an email with a link to complete a video Interview. You will have 2 days to complete this portion of the application once the email is received.   

3. Interviews will be scheduled with our internal teams, continuing on a rolling basis.    

Applications will close at 5:00pm EST on November 3rd 2025. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist in the development of seasonal print and pattern concepts through mood boards, trend reports, and color stories. 

• Create original artwork and repeat patterns using hand-drawing, painting, and digital techniques. 

• Support the design team with CADs, print placements, and technical files for production. 

• Help source inspiration, materials, and references for print development. 

• Organize and maintain digital libraries of prints, patterns, and design assets. 

• Participate in design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, merchandising, and production. 

• Conduct competitive research and trend analysis in the fashion and textile space. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Surface Design, or a related field. 

• Strong interest in fashion, textiles, and print/pattern aesthetics. 

• Proficiency with textile design software or hand-rendering techniques is a plus. 

• Excellent eye for color, composition, and detail. 

• Highly organized with strong visual communication skills. 

• Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced creative environment. 

What You’ll Gain 

• Hands-on experience in apparel print and pattern design. 

• Exposure to seasonal planning, trend forecasting, and product development workflows. 

• Mentorship from experienced designers and creative leaders. 

• A behind-the-scenes look at how a leading fashion brand brings prints and patterns to life. 

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.