Studio Intern

Website: opensecretfashion.com
Job details:

Studio / Product Development Intern (Part-time / Freelance)

Mumbai | Fashion Start-Up

We are a Mumbai-based womenswear start-up creating western-wear and party-wear.

We are looking for a Studio & Product Development Intern to support the day-to-day running of the studio.

This role is ideal for fashion students who want hands-on insight into how a fashion brand operates at a start-up stage, particularly in product development and production. Please note this is not a design-heavy role, however some designing opportunities can be included later on.

Responsibilities

• Organising and cataloguing samples
• Assisting with tech pack updates
• Creating basic CADs in Adobe Illustrator
• Assisting with local sourcing of fabrics and trims
• Managing sample pickups and drop-offs with local tailors and suppliers
• Supporting during photoshoots
• Assisting with basic administrative tasks (updating spreadsheets, tracking samples, etc.)
• General studio support during development and sampling stages

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
• Interest in product development and garment construction
• Basic knowledge of patterns, with ability to trace patterns and cut fabric
• Prior knowledge of local vendors and sourcing markets in Mumbai
• Organised, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Based in Bandra / Khar / Santacruz / Juhu or with good transportation links

Bonus Skills (Not Required)

• Ability to make a first sample / toile

Schedule

• 1–2 days per week (can be split into half days)
• Flexible scheduling (can work around classes or semester breaks)
• Work on Saturdays can be considered depending on the candidate’s schedule
• Occasional weekend visits to trade shows or markets may be required

Additional Information

• This is an on-site role, with travel across Mumbai for sourcing, pickups, and research as needed

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity
• Compensation is calculated on an hourly basis, derived from a full-time intern salary benchmark of ₹25,000 – ₹30,000 per month (40 hours/week), depending on skillset and availability

This role is perfect for students looking to gain practical experience and see how a fashion brand is built from the ground up.

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