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Fashion Design Internships Abroad

AIFS Abroad Internships in Fashion Design.

Why a Fashion Design Internship Abroad is Right for You 

Gaining a profound understanding of Fashion Design within a global context is pivotal for your long-term career success. Our international Fashion Design internships are crafted to broaden your horizons while equipping you with vital professional skills. We tailor our internships abroad to align perfectly with your existing experience, educational background, and future aspirations.  

We advocate for a hands-on approach, urging employers to minimize “administrative tasks” and instead provide you with engaging and impactful projects. As a Fashion Design intern, you may find yourself immersed in diverse responsibilities, including researching trends, assisting with technical drawings, fabric swatching and sourcing, and more. Fashion Design remains one of our most popular and sought-after career fields, with internship opportunities available across many of our locations. 

An AIFS Abroad Fashion Design Intern's Live video.

Advantages of a Fashion Design Internship with AIFS Abroad

  • Stand out to employers with international Fashion Design work experience 
  • Professional development including interview coaching and career readiness program  
  • Guaranteed placement in a full-time internship  
  • Apply with two career fields, not just Fashion Design 
  • Customize your internship  
  • Academic credit through AIFS Abroad or your home university

Fashion Design Internship Placement Examples

AIFS Abroad has an excellent history of matching talented interns with top tier international companies. Our placement team is dedicated to finding the right employers for our interns based on their chosen career fields, skills, and interests. The following are just a few examples of internship placements that may be available.

Fashion Design Internship with Designer

San Andre`s Milano was founded in February of 2006 by introducing a small collection of 30 pieces during the Milan Fashion Week and, thanks to cuts and trims made by his own hand, immediately gets excellent feedback from Japanese buyers and Italian press. In 2008 the brand takes part in the “Fashion Incubator” project organized by the National Chamber of Italian Fashion, and is a finalist for the 2012 Who Is On Next? the prestigious project organized by VOGUE Italy. San Andrès Milano is currently part of the official calendar of Milan Fashion Week and is available in Italy, Asia, Russia and the Middle East.

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Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Florence, Italy
Spring 2026
12 weeks From $10,490
Full Time Internship | Milan Featured Image
Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Milan, Italy
Fall 2025
12 weeks From $10,490
Full Time Internship | Milan Featured Image
Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Milan, Italy
Spring 2026
12 weeks From $10,490
Full Time Internship | Florence Featured Image
Full Time Internship

8 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Florence, Italy
Summer 2025
8 weeks From $8,690
Full Time Internship | Florence Featured Image
Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Florence, Italy
Fall 2025
12 weeks From $10,490
Full Time Internship | Milan Featured Image
Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Milan, Italy
Spring 2025
12 weeks From $9,990
Full Time Internship | Florence Featured Image
Full Time Internship

12 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Florence, Italy
Spring 2025
12 weeks From $9,990
Full Time Internship | Milan Featured Image
Full Time Internship

8 Week Internship

Optional Credit Available
Milan, Italy
Summer 2025
8 weeks From $8,790

Earn Credit For Your Internship Abroad

AIFS Abroad’s international internship program is designed to complement your college degree. You can earn college credits through your home institution, our school of record, or specific location-based opportunities.

How it Works

Step 1

Apply

Submit your application and start working with your Admissions Counselor. We will have an interview to learn about your career goals, educational background, and location preferences to ensure that you are a good candidate to intern abroad.

Step 2

Accept

Once your interview and application are complete, you’ll be cleared to apply. Your Admissions Counselor and our Placement Team will determine if we’re able to match you with a great host employer in your chosen destination. If accepted, this means we can guarantee you an internship within your career field.

Step 3

Enroll

After acceptance, the next step is to simply enroll into the program with your initial deposit to secure your spot. Enrolling means you have officially decided to join the program and take on the challenge and thrill of living and becoming an intern abroad in a new city!

Step 4

Prepare

Before you arrive in your host city, you will work one-on-one with your Program Advisor. They work with you on professional development, career advising and make sure you are ready to move and intern in your new home.

Step 5

Interview

We will start the match-making process and narrow down employers to a select few that you would be a great fit for. You’ll have a Skype or phone interview before you leave, so they can get to know you, and you can get to know them. If everything goes well, then your internship is confirmed! You’ll know where you’ll be interning and the role you’ll be walking into before you hop on the plane.

Step 6

Arrive

When you’ve arrived in your city, you will meet the Location Coordinator and the other interns at your housing. Your internship will start soon after you’ve arrived and there will be social events and excursions throughout the course of your program. We strive to give you the independence you want with all the support and resources you need to be successful during your travel and internship.

Getting started is simple! In just a few steps, you’ll be on your way to building your resume and gaining critical hands-on experience. 

Note: The vast majority of our internship placements are unpaid.

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