Styling Intern - Winter/Spring 2025

Internship Overview:

The Lafayette 148’s internship program provides rising juniors, seniors and recently graduated college students the opportunity to gain valuable experience working at a luxury fashion brand. During the program, interns will gain meaningful exposure to the business through hands-on learning, team projects, mentorship and exposure to executive leaders. Lafayette 148 is committed to providing in-depth learning opportunities for our interns so that they gain usable, real-life experience in their area of focus. All Lafayette 148 internships are 100% in-person. 

This internship offers hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of fashion styling. The Styling Intern will assist the in-house stylist in all aspects of editorial and e-commerce photoshoots, from start to finish. The Styling Intern will gain a deep understanding of styling techniques, creative direction, and wardrobe management while collaborating with photographers, art directors, and marketing teams. 

Internship Functions:  

• Shoot Preparation: 
• Assist in sourcing, organizing, and preparing clothing, accessories, and props for shoots.
• Steam, press, and ensure all garments are camera-ready. 

• On -Set Assistance: 
• Assist with wardrobe changes and garment adjustments. 
• Ensure garments and accessories are styled as requested before shooting. 

• Sample Management: 
• Organize and track incoming and outgoing samples. 
• Maintain a detailed inventory list and ensure items are returned properly. 

• Post-Shoot Responsibilities:
• Reorganizing styling kits and returning samples to the supply chain team. 

Desired Background: 

• College undergraduate or recently graduated in a field of study related to area of internship 
• 1 + years of experience on set experience (steaming, model dressing, boarding) 

Skills: 

• Ability to uphold Lafayette 148’s values of Kindness, Intelligence and Integrity in a professional environment 
• Flexible, positive, engaged, responsible, creative with a strong desire to learn  
• Strong communication (written and verbal), time management and multitasking skills 
• Detail-oriented, meticulous and organized with strong follow-up skills 
• Self-motivated with a sense of urgency 
• Team player and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and basic knowledge of Adobe programs (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) 

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range for this position in New York City is $18.00 hourly; base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, and location.