ABOUT OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Weissman’s Summer Internship Program is a 10-week, full-time, paid opportunity designed to prepare students for careers in the fashion and apparel manufacturing industries. Interns work alongside industry professionals in departments such as Merchandising, Technical Design, Pattern Making, and Marketing. With structured mentorship, professional development workshops, and real-world projects, interns gain both technical skills and cross-department collaboration experience.
Recent interns described the program as “life-changing,” “inspiring,” and “thorough.” They valued the immersive learning environment, the opportunity to explore multiple departments, and the welcoming, collaborative company culture. With an eNPS of 100, every intern said they would recommend the program to others.
If you’re ready to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and experience the artistry of dance in a new way, Weissman’s Summer Internship Program is the perfect stage for your career journey.
JOB TITLE
Graphic Design Internship
** You will only be asked to complete the application ONCE. You will be given the opportunity to show interest in multiple openings at a later step in the process. **
LOCATION
St. Louis, Missouri (On-Site)
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm and design creative concepts for campaigns across digital and print media
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Create mockups and layouts for websites, emails, social media, and print using tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva
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Assist in designing graphics and materials that align with brand guidelines and enhance user experience
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Organize and maintain a library of photos, videos, and design files for easy access in future projects
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Present a final creative marketing project at the end of the internship to showcase your design contributions
QUALIFICATIONS
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Current college student or May 2026 graduate pursuing a degree related to the internship area (Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Marketing, etc.)
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Able to relocate to St. Louis, Missouri for the duration of the 10-week summer program
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Strong interest in fashion, apparel, or related industries with a desire to learn and grow professionally
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Collaborative mindset with the ability to contribute ideas and work effectively in a team environment
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Detail-oriented, organized, and eager to take on real-world projects in a fast-paced setting
PROGRAM TIMELINE + RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Weissman is committed to running a thoughtful and intentional recruitment process for our internship program. Our goal is to provide every applicant with an equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and potential while ensuring we hire the strongest candidates to join our robust program.
Key Recruitment Dates:
September 2 – Application period opens
November 16 – Application period closes
November 17 to 28 – Resume review by hiring managers
December 1 to 5 - Phone Interviews
December 8 to 12 - Virtual Interviews
December 16 - Offers
Key Program Dates in St. Louis, Missouri:
May 26, 2026 – Start Date
August 6, 2026 – End Date
** You will only be asked to complete the application ONCE. You will be given the opportunity to show interest in multiple openings at a later step in the process. **
All applicants will apply through our Careers Site and will also complete a short Google Form to indicate internship preferences. Throughout the process, we will communicate key milestones so every applicant knows what to expect.
Thank you for considering Weissman for your summer internship experience - we look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you.
ABOUT US
At Weissman, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we’ve been at the heart of the dance community for over 60 years. As a family-owned company, we design, develop, and deliver costumes and dancewear that help performance creators bring their visions to life. Every step - from digital sketch to delivered product - is managed in-house with care, creativity, and expertise.
Our purpose is clear: we exist so performance creators can bring their visions to life. Guided by our mission to design and deliver products for every step of the journey, and inspired by our vision of a world where every performance creator feels supported and empowered, we operate with values that set us apart: innovation, data-driven growth, collaboration, and customer focus.
At Weissman, you won’t just join a team - you’ll join a supportive community that values people with purpose. Together, we’re not just creating costumes and dancewear; we’re shaping moments of artistry and joy on stage.