Knitwear Intern (London Area)

Please note that only current university students who are required to complete a placement year as part of their course are eligible for this placement opportunity.

Victoria Beckham Limited is a dynamic and innovative fashion brand specialising in high-quality knitwear. We combine traditional techniques with contemporary design, creating timeless pieces that embody both style and sustainability. We are looking for a passionate and creative individual to join our team as a Knitwear Intern. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fashion industry and work closely with experienced designers.

Location: Hammersmith, London

Placement: 6 or 12-month placement, with an anticipated start date of August/September 2025

Responsibilities:

As a Knitwear Intern, you will be:

• Making up style boards and development presentations
• Archiving physical swatches and prototypes into their relevant folders and boxes
• Supporting the developer to update all trackers for yarn, approved swatches and prototypes
• Keeping the knitwear area organized and tidy with clear labelling, and clearing at end of each day
• Supporting the Design team on research
• Organizing development rails on a weekly basis
• Supporting on the set-up of the room for fittings and development meetings with all relevant components
• Supporting on data input on PLM and Zedonk
• Tracking press samples
• Supporting in measuring prototypes throughout development and for pre-production handover
• Responsible for taking notes during fittings and pre-production handover
• Recalling and prepping vintage pieces from archive
• Photograph & dismantle all past season boards
• Keeping equipment and stationery stocked
• Drawing and updating CADS
• Arranging shipments and keeping the tracker up to date
• Organizing seasonal lab dips with mills
• Creating and updating FTS fabric headers throughout season
• Supporting with the update of the collection plan
• Tracking yarn orders, purchase orders and shipments

Skills:

• Knitwear/Textile Course and Knowledge of knitwear construction and yarns
• Hand and machine knit knowledge and crochet preferred
• Proficient sewing skills
• Proficient Pattern Cutting Skills
• Proficient Photoshop Skills
• Experience with mock-ups
• Confident with CADS
• Confident with Excel
• Excellent organizational skills with good attention to detail
• Must have a can-do attitude
• Team payer

Requirements:

• Must be in full time education
• Strong interest and passion for knitwear and fashion design.
• Basic knowledge of knitting techniques, both hand and machine knitting.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs.
• Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for colour, texture, and pattern.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Creative, proactive, and eager to learn.

What We Offer:

• A hands-on learning experience in a creative and supportive environment.
• Mentorship from experienced designers in the knitwear industry.
• Exposure to the complete design process, from concept to production.
• Opportunities to contribute your ideas and creativity to real projects.
• A chance to build your portfolio with professional-grade work.