Performance Activewear Design intern

Position Overview

Our compensated 10-week Corporate RL Inspire Internship Program is designed to give rising senior undergraduate students a challenging, hands-on experience in the retail industry.

As an INSPIRE Intern, you will...

ONBOARD: Kick off your journey with a dynamic orientation with your entire intern class

ENGAGE: Experience exclusive RL moments including our Executive Speaker Series

DEVELOP: Receive valuable coaching and real-time coaching and on-going feedback from your supervisor and Early Career Talent team

COLLABORATE: Strategize and execute a final, cross-functional group project with your fellow interns

IMPACT: Create meaningful change and volunteer with our Ralph Lauren Gives Back program

CONNECT: Enjoy social events and networking opportunities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and analytical-minded individual who is passionate about Ralph Lauren and eager to learn.

To be eligible for a US-based Ralph Lauren Internship position, applicants must:

• Attend college full-time in the United States and be entering your final semester or year of undergraduate studies with a graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Able to work in an in-person or hybrid workplace environment arrangement
• Available the entire duration of the 10-week internship and reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations (NY, NJ, NC). A housing stipend will be provided to help with travel and accommodations.

Candidates should only apply to one role. If a student’s experience aligns with multiple opportunities, the Early Careers team will ensure they’re considered accordingly.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

This position will focus on learning and collaborating with the World of Sport design team. Projects include Summer ’28 Olympics, Wimbledon, US open, and RLX. World of sport continue to be the highlight of RL priorities to bring our purpose and dream to the world stage of sports

Key Responsibilities

• Pull research from the market, websites and competitors
• Sketch in Illustrator/Photoshop - flat sketches, CADs, layouts, line sheets, graphics, logos, trims
• Shadow designers on the hand-off process
• Organize information, presentation boards, palettes, research, samples
• Attend and observe fittings and seasonal design meetings
• Support with creating and organizing AdobeXD line sheets for design presentations
• Support with work in PLM system
• Support the team to achieve all design calendar deadlines and milestones.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of garment construction and cut and sew knit fabrications.
• Knowledge of 3D design and Usage of AI
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, 3D proficiency a plus
• Affinity and passion for RL Brand

Desired skills for all intern roles:

• Strong understanding and appreciation of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, brand heritage, and the retail industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong writing and math skills; retail math a plus
• Highly organized and eager team player
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results with attention to detail
• Thinks strategically to seize opportunities and solve problems
• Active listener with strong communication; clearly communicates ideas, both written and verbally
• Ability to balance creativity with practicality
• A self-starter who excels in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and can switch gears as required
• Passionate about advancing a culture of belonging and equal opportunity
• Curious, desire to learn, innovative, forward-thinking, strong interpersonal skills

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.