Graphic Design & 3D Design Intern

Amsterdam (HQ), North Holland Interns – Design / Internship / Hybrid

ABOUT THE BRAND

At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”

Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.

We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.

Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.

Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.

We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our karllagerfeld.com flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.

We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, creative, and highly organised Graphic Design & 3D Design Intern to join our Global Creative team. Working alongside Graphic Designers and Creative Project Managers, you will support the development and production of global retail campaigns, brand experiences, and partner communications.

This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within an international fashion brand, contributing to projects from concept development through to technical production. The role combines graphic design, 3D visualisation, artwork production, and technical documentation, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both creativity and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Creative team in developing and producing seasonal campaigns and retail concepts.
• Create and adapt communication materials for print, retail, digital, and presentation purposes.
• Produce and update campaign assets, point-of-sale materials, vinyl artwork, window graphics, and other branded collateral.
• Create, update, and edit SketchUp models and produce high-quality 3D renders to visualise retail environments and campaign concepts.
• Assist with applying graphics, materials, and campaign imagery to rendered scenes for presentations and approvals.
• Prepare production-ready artwork following brand and technical specifications.
• Update and maintain technical packs, installation guidelines, production specifications, technical drawings, and partner documentation, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.
• Cross-check artwork, dimensions, and production files to ensure accuracy before final delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure creative consistency and production quality.
• Help organise digital asset libraries, templates, and project files while maintaining efficient workflows.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas where appropriate.
• Stay informed about design trends, production techniques, and emerging creative technologies.

Profile

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design, Spatial Design, Interior Design, Visual Communication, Industrial Design, or a related creative field.
• Strong interest in fashion, branding, retail environments, and design.
• Excellent eye for layout, typography, composition, colour, and detail.
• Creative, curious, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Available for a 6-month internship.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Working knowledge of SketchUp for creating and editing 3D models.
• Experience with rendering software such as Enscape, is an advantage.
• Understanding of print production, technical artwork preparation, and production specifications.
• Ability to read and update technical drawings and documentation.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools is an advantage.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within an international premium fashion brand.

• Hands-on involvement in global creative projects from concept through to production.

• Experience creating professional 3D visualisations and production-ready artwork.

• Exposure to artwork production, technical documentation, and retail design workflows.

• Mentorship from experienced creative professionals.

• A collaborative, fast-paced, and inspiring international environment.

• The opportunity to build a strong portfolio featuring commercial work across graphic design, 3D visualisation, and creative production. Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ)

• Opportunity to make an impact

• Working in the heart of Amsterdam

• And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL

JOIN #TEAMKARL The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.

At #TEAMKARL, everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, grow in their career and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING JOB POSTINGS

Please be advised that all legitimate job opportunities at KARL LAGERFELD are published exclusively on our official careers page and on selected partner platforms that redirect directly to our career site.

We strongly recommend applicants to only apply through our verified channels and remain vigilant against unofficial job offers.

KARL LAGERFELD will never request any form of payment during the recruitment process.

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