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Summer Internship - Trend Analyst

About the Claire’s Product Development/Design + Trend department
The PD/Design + Trend department is responsible for the development and execution of product that achieves the overall strategy and merchandise objectives for specific classifications in Claire’s and Icing brands. Including but not limited to trend research + reporting, design, development, selection and approval of materials, trims, silhouettes, colors and print patterns for classifications of responsibility. In terms of trend; research, interpret seasonal fashion direction, seasonal key colors and innovative assortment opportunities across all business needs. Partners with buying teams, overseas vendors and senior management to produce cohesive seasonal product lines in all age groups.
The Trend Intern will learn/assist the Trend team with
·        Trend research for seasonal trends, as it pertains to each customer age group for trend reports and upcoming Global Trend Presentations.
·        Organizing and maintaining online Dropbox files and spreadsheets
·        Maintaining subscriptions and ordering through subscription or color services
·        Use of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop/Illustrator for putting together trend reports
 
Intern Benefits
·        40 hours per week working remote, paid or for College Credit, if allowed by applicants College/University
·        Evaluation of your performance by mentors with guidance in putting together a portfolio of your work that you can take to course and job interviews. Your portfolio may include mood boards, trend reports and color guides
·        Exposure to the corporate structure of Fashion/Accessories industry

Intern Qualifications
 
·        Junior level or above pursuing a degree in Fashion Design/Marketing or Graphic Design
·        Proficiency in Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign. Microsoft: Word and Excel
·        Be responsible, self-motivated, hardworking and committed to the internship program
·        Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines with good follow through and sense of urgency
·        Demonstrate ability to be creative and have Trend/Fashion awareness 
·        Positive outlook, looking always for the new fresh, fun, exciting ideas
·        Comfortable on a MAC platform
·        Strong written and communication skills. This requires working and communicating with both North America and EU team members.