All of the Tapestry design apprentice opportunities for the 2025 season:
The Design Apprentice programs at Tapestry for 2025 offer a unique pathway for aspiring creatives to work directly with the teams behind brands like Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. With 10 diverse opportunities available, these apprenticeships provide hands-on experience in crafting innovative designs while learning from industry leaders.
This program is tailored for individuals looking to refine their skills and launch a career in design, offering an unmatched chance to contribute to the vision of globally recognized brands.
Who can apply:
Recent college graduates and early design professionals
Base Pay Range:
$22-$26 per hour
Work Structure:
Hybrid: 3 Days In-Office
Additional Details:
All applications must include a portfolio (website or PDF)
Deadline to apply for all design apprentice programs:
February 24, 2025
DESIGN APPRENTICE OPPORTUNITIES
2025 Design Apprentice – Jewelry / Hardware
The Design Apprentice for Jewelry & Hardware is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, and developing fashion driven designs that are reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Uphold design integrity, quality execution and creativity throughout the entire creative process, putting technical specs and design approval of production pieces
- Be an expert on raw materials to re-imagine construction and design for collections
- Work closely with internal partners and cross functional partners to ensure successful commercialization of product and cohesive cross strategy story telling
- Work closely with cross functional partners to brainstorm and develop solutions to optimize samples and products
- Bring high level of creativity, attention to detail, and efficiency while working under tight deadlines of both mainline and outlet
- Supervises research on concepts and develops sketches based on concepts; put together comprehensive tech packs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 0-2 years of jewelry and/ or hardware design experience
- Full proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and understanding of 3D modeling
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and build strong interpersonal relationships
Apply to the Jewelry/Hardware Design Apprentice Program here.
2025 Design Apprentice – HANDBAG DESIGN
As the Design Apprentice, you will contribute to the collaborative design process for the handbag and SLG category, partnering closely with the entire team from concept through development. By utilizing your artistic talent, organizational skills, CAD & graphic abilities, you will design and develop silhouettes and platforms for the leathergoods department.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Produce and edit computer generated sketches (silhouettes and animations).
- Partner with Design team to execute seasonal design concepts.
- Work with teams to coordinate seasonal concepts, materials, and hardware.
- Liaise with cross-functional partners in the product development process.
- Assist in spec drawings.
- Organize presentation boards and assist in the preparation of meetings.
- Responsible for timeline adherence; ensure all Design Cards are completed accurately throughout the process, including all changes then delivered to Tech Design in a timely manner; ensure all prototypes are available for product presentation.
- Participate in research and development of seasonal trends.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be highly skilled in Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with experience in handbag or related accessory design
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Strong hand sketching ability
- Experience animating silhouettes through color-blocking, applique, etc.
- Strong color sense
- Fashion/luxury brand experience, a plus
2025 Design Apprentice – RTW
The Design Apprentice, RTW Women’s will collaborate on concepts each season that are fashion driven and reflective of the creative vision and Coach aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with Design team to create and refine RTW designs from conception to first prototype
- Responsible for upholding design integrity throughout the entire development process
- Help organize presentation boards and assist in the preparation of meetings
- Responsible for department timeline adherence, ensuring all products and seasonal concepts deliver through to meet key milestones and final calendar dates
- Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising and Product Development
- Create design flats using Adobe Illustrator and assist in spec drawings
- Responsible for upholding design integrity, high quality execution, and timeliness throughout the entire development process from concept through commercialization
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field (preferred)
- 0-2 years’ experience in RTW design
- Knowledge of garment construction
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Proven ability to sketch and spec
- Strong color sense
- Fashion/luxury brand experience, a plus
2025 Design Apprentice – Print & Color
The Design Apprentice, Retail & Outlet Print will work to help initiate concepts each season that are fashion driven, reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create new and on-brand prints for multiple categories and genders within the Retail & Outlet lines, through original work or purchased files, clean and color separate the artwork and create repeats
- Ensure consistent alignment with design and brand vision
- Create CADs of prints for in-house presentations
- Create mill ready art packages for multiple categories and labels within the house (both sampling and production)
- Work proactively according to development calendar, to stay ahead of timelines
- Responsible for CAD work (textile, pattern layouts) from concept to finish, including all edits/changes.
- Research and Design for Soft Accessories collection, from initial concept to production
- Manage workload from conception to production
- Ensure digital presentation boards are updated with most accurate art and information
- Partner with cross-functional departments within design, product development, materials, merchandising, and legal
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Textile design work experience, in accessories &/or apparel market
- Degree in Textile Design, Graphic Design, or related field preferred
- Excellent hand sketching/painting and CAD skills
- Highly-developed taste level and excellent color sense
- Must be highly proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop user
- Proficiency in Ned Graphics a plus
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate as a team player
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2025 Design Apprentice – footwear
As a member of the Footwear Design team, you will be supporting the team from both a creative and technology driven perspective. The Design Apprentice will support the team with the shoe design process, including assisting with sketches, specs, presentation boards, meeting preparation, sample management and administrative tasks. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Women’s Senior Footwear Designer with both technical sketches and hand sketches
- Produce CADs as an aid to design (for design presentations) and for the Merchandising team.
- Work pro-actively according to the Product Development calendar to stay ahead of timelines.
- Develop partnerships with Design, Product Development & Merchandising to build an integrated working relationship
- Maintain an organized library of samples, material swatches, and boards
- Assist in creating presentation boards for Design and Merchandising.
- Responsible for Design related Administrative tasks
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 0-2 years related work experience in graphics and CAD design
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field (preferred)
- Knowledge of footwear design
- Proven ability to sketch
- Exceptional proficiency in of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Ability to handle multiple priorities (quickly and efficiently) with tight deadlines.
- Team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
2025 Design Apprentice – Cut & Sew (Knits)
The Design Apprentice will work with the Senior Director, Design – Knitwear to initiate concepts each season that are fashion driven, reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with Senior Director to create and refine knit designs from concept to show sample across Women’s’ and Men’s Retail and Outlet Channels
- Collaborate with design team on research boards and color palette
- Generate seasonal research; both visual and vintage
- Research seasonal yarns and work with knitwear vendors on all fabric development
- Partner with merchandising to research market trends and understand business needs
- Responsible for timeline adherence; ensure all Design Cards are completed accurately and delivered to Development on time; ensure all samples are available for product presentation and finalization
- Responsible for upholding design integrity, high quality execution, and timeliness throughout the entire development process from concept through commercialization
- Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Concept, Print, and Product Development on regular basis; participate in meetings with cross-functional category partners.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 0-2 design experience, preferably in knitwear
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field (preferred)
- Excellent hand sketching skills; ability to create both freeform garment renderings and renderings on figure drawings
- Ability to CAD technical drawings and strength in image manipulation
- Experience developing product directly with factories; understanding of knitwear development from concept through commercialization
- Understanding of materials, and garment construction & performance (i.e. strong knowledge of fabric, material quality, and how it will perform as a garment)
- Understanding of garment fit & and ability to independently conduct fittings on a model
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office
Apply to the Cut & Sew (Knits) Design Apprentice Program here.
2025 Design Apprentice – Concept & Color
The Design Apprentice, Color & Concept will collaborate on design team for each season that are fashion driven and reflective of the creative vision and Coach aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Based off direction given by Color and Concept team, research seasonal concept ideas that align with brand vision, story for the season, market trends and the global merchandising briefs
- Coordinate collection of materials, CADs, and samples for key milestones
- Help organize presentation boards and assist in the preparation of meetings
- Help maintain seasonal color palette, both digital and physical
- Conduct creative research as it relates to collaborations, special projects, vintage research, and larger picture brand work
- Knowledge and passion for photography, art history, graphic design a plus
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field (preferred)
- 0-2 years’ experience in Color & Concept design
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Proven ability to sketch and spec
- Strong color sense
- Fashion/luxury brand experience, a plus
Apply to the Concept & Color Design Apprentice Program here.
2025 Design Apprentice – 3D Design
As a digital product design apprentice, you will be part of an industry leading, innovation team. Collaborating closely with DPC team members, designers, product development and other cross functional teams, you will develop digital twins & print prototypes across Tapestry’s house of brands and product categories.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Experience all aspects of Digital Product Creation at Tapestry
- Create 3D models in a variety of software, including but not limited to, Rhino, Modo, Clo3D & Blender
- Render and visualize 3D models in Adobe Substance and beyond
- Prep, print & hand finish 3D prints using the latest 3D printers and post processing tools
- Learn DPC best practices including project and file management and maintenance
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 0-2 years of digital design experience: modeling, visualizing and or 3D printing
- Technology savvy
- Proficiency in Adobe products including Photoshop & Illustrator
- Strong collaboration skills & excellent ability to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize
- Drive, curiosity & motivation to grow your skills, community, and career
