Nike Swim Summer 2026 Design Intern

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Perry Ellis International (sportswear)

Portland, Oregon, United States

On-site

Posted April 13, 2026

Job Description

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

2026 Summer Design Internship

We're seeking creative, driven Design Interns to join our team for the summer of 2026! This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity for students passionate about the intersection of fashion, design, and sports. You'll contribute directly to the development of future collections while gaining invaluable experience in a fast-paced corporate design environment.

What You'll Do:
You'll be a key part of the Design team, providing essential support across the entire product lifecycle:
Design & Digital Asset Creation: Assist with the production of high-quality 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) artwork for customer projects, including detailed sketching, and digital color and print application using Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator and Browzwear.
Trend & Market Research: Conduct in-depth research on fashion style trends, new fabric innovations, and compelling color palettes. You'll also analyze social media and competitor activity to inform our design strategy.
Merchandising Support: Assist in key print and color merchandising projects, helping to ensure a cohesive and market-ready presentation of our collections.
Concept Development: Contribute to the future pipeline by sketching new design concepts for consideration in upcoming collections.
Material Management: Support the team by organizing and meticulously maintaining the fabric library.
Quality & Sampling: Collaborate with Design to review and check sample garments for accurate color approval, desired visual effects, and overall quality.

Requirements:
We're looking for enthusiastic candidates ready to hit the ground running:
Academic: Must be currently enrolled and attending an accredited college/university, OR a recent graduate (having completed a degree between December 2025 and June 2026).
Degree Focus: Pursuing or holding a degree in Fashion Design or a related field is preferred. For the Miami location, a focus on sports-related design or activewear is a significant plus.
Passion: Strong interest in both Design, Sports, and Fashion.
Software Proficiency: Demonstrated working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Familiarity with Google Applications (Docs, Sheets) is also required.
Essential Skills: Highly detail-oriented with a proven ability to meet deadlines and multitask effectively.
Communication: Excellent communication skills.

Benefits & The Internship Experience:
We believe in supporting and investing in our interns:
Compensation: Paid Internship at $18.00 per hour.
Schedule: Enjoy a Monday through Thursday, 4-day work week (onsite), giving you a full weekend to enjoy the city!

What’s In It For You?

Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans designed to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
Financial Security: Secure your future with our 401(k) retirement plan (including a discretionary company match) plus company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
Work-Life Balance: Take the time you need to recharge with generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a full schedule of paid Holidays.
Growth & Support: We invest in your potential through our Tuition Reimbursement program for continuous learning and provide 24/7 personal support via o