Job Description

Position Overview

RL Inspire Program Overview:

Our compensated 10-week Corporate 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 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

Areas where interns may be placed include:

• Accessories Design (Handbags, Accessories and small leather goods)
• Apparel Design (Menswear & Childrenswear)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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 2025 or May 2026

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Able to work in a Hybrid workplace environment with 2 to 3 days of in-person work in one of our corporate offices located in New York, New Jersey or North Carolina

• 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.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, XD)

• Proficient in hand sketching and Illustration

• Garment making and construction knowledge; ability to make physical mock-ups

• Patternmaking, draping, and technical design skills

• Knowledge of handbag construction

• Design, color, and aesthetic sensibility

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• CAD experience

• 3D Design Tools - Browzwear (V-Stitcher/Lotta), Shima Seiki (Apex 3), CLO3D, Optitex, Rhino, Keyshot, AutoDesk (Maya)

• Animation and video production skills are a plus

Additional desired skills:

• Strong understanding and appreciation of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, brand heritage, and the retail industry

• Strong organization and presentation skills with the ability to balance creativity and practicality

• Curious, desire to learn, innovative, forward thinking, strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results with attention to detail

• Active listener with strong communication skills; clearly communicates ideas, both written and verbally

• A self-starter who excels in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and can switch gears as required

• Thinks strategically to seize opportunities and solve problems

• Passionate about advancing a culture of belonging and equal opportunity

• Affinity for the following categories: Footwear, Accessories, Menswear, Womenswear & Luxury

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.

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