Build Your Experience. Build Your Portfolio. Build Your Future.
Garment District News is more than a publication — it’s a collaborative media platform connecting fashion, textiles, costume design, manufacturing, and entertainment industries.
We believe talent grows through opportunity.
That’s why we offer hands-on internships designed to help students and emerging professionals gain real-world experience, develop skills, and build professional portfolios that open doors to future careers.
🌍 Exclusive Industry Access & Real-World Experience
One of the most unique aspects of internships with Garment District News is the opportunity to gain real industry access — not just classroom-style assignments.
Depending on performance, availability, and project needs, interns may have opportunities to participate in coverage of:
- International Fashion Weeks (Berlin, Paris, Milan, New York, London)
- Cannes Film Festival
- Costume Designer Awards
- Industry trade shows and exhibitions
- Designer showcases and presentations
- Textile and manufacturing events
- Film and costume industry productions
- Creative studio environments
- Professional interviews and media projects
Through Garment District News press credentials, interns can experience environments that most students — even after graduation — rarely access.
This is not guaranteed for every intern, but high-performing and committed team members may be invited to participate in these opportunities.
⚠️ Our Important Legal & Ethics Note:
Because internships are unpaid, we want to be clearly transparent.
Participation in travel or event coverage opportunities depends on project needs, intern performance, and logistical considerations. We will assign coverage to local students in the local area of the event first and foremost. IF an intern chooses a travel assignment on their own, all travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant unless otherwise specified.
🚀 Experience You Can’t Get in a Classroom
Our goal is to provide exposure that bridges the gap between education and professional careers.
Interns may gain experience such as:
✔ Working with real press access
✔ Observing professional industry workflows
✔ Participating in interviews and media production
✔ Contributing to published coverage of major events
✔ Networking with industry professionals
✔ Understanding how global creative industries operate
These experiences can significantly strengthen resumes, portfolios, and career confidence.
⭐ Why This Matters for Your Career
Many graduates enter the workforce with theoretical knowledge but limited real-world exposure.
Our internships aim to provide:
- Professional credibility
- Portfolio content tied to real events
- Industry understanding
- Confidence working in professional environments
- Networking opportunities
We believe opportunity should not be limited by experience — it should help create it.
Why Intern With Us?
Many students graduate with degrees but lack the immersion and portfolio experience employers expect.
We’re here to change that.
At Garment District News, interns work on real projects with real publication outcomes — articles, graphics, layouts, campaigns, and digital content that can be showcased professionally.
Our leadership brings 25+ years of experience across:
- Marketing & Communications
- Public Relations & Professional Media Training
- Sales & Brand Development
- Data Research & Analysis
- Publishing & Editorial Production
- Social Media & Digital Strategy
- Video & Multimedia Content
You won’t just observe — you’ll participate, learn, and create.
Internship Benefits
✔ Portfolio-worthy work
✔ Professional mentorship & training
✔ Remote / work-from-home flexibility
✔ Flexible schedules for students
✔ Potential academic credit (we will coordinate with your school)
✔ Industry exposure across fashion, textiles, and media sectors
✔ Real publishing experience
Internship Positions Available
We are always looking for motivated interns in the following areas:
✍️ Writing & Journalism Interns
Responsibilities may include:
- Researching industry topics
- Writing articles or features
- Conducting interviews
- Fact-checking and editing support
- Story development assistance
Ideal for students studying:
Journalism, Communications, Fashion, Media, English, Marketing, Costume Design
📱 Social Media & Marketing Interns
Responsibilities may include:
- Content planning & scheduling
- Social media campaigns
- Analytics tracking
- Audience engagement
- Brand awareness initiatives
- Podcasts
- Live broadcasts streams
Ideal for students studying:
Marketing, Communications, Business, Media, Digital Marketing
🌐 WordPress & Digital Publishing Interns
Responsibilities may include:
- Website content uploads
- Formatting articles
- Basic SEO optimization
- Media management
- Website organization support
Ideal for students studying:
Web Design, Communications, Marketing, IT, Media
🎨 Graphic Design Interns
Responsibilities may include:
- Social graphics
- Magazine visuals
- Infographics
- Branding materials
- Marketing assets
- Video editing
- Photography
Ideal for students studying:
Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Arts, Marketing
📰 Magazine Layout & Publishing Interns
Responsibilities may include:
- Page layout assistance
- Editorial design support
- Digital magazine formatting
- Print production preparation
Ideal for students studying:
Publishing, Graphic Design, Media Production, Communications
📸 🎥 Photography & Videography Interns
This internship is designed for creative individuals interested in visual storytelling across photography, video production, podcasting, and digital media.
Interns will gain hands-on experience creating professional visual content for publishing, social media, and multimedia platforms.
What You’ll Learn
- Photography fundamentals and composition
- Lighting techniques (natural and studio concepts)
- Video shooting techniques
- Interview and documentary-style filming
- Editing workflows for photo and video
- Motion graphics basics
- Social media video formats (Reels, Shorts, TikTok)
- Storytelling through visual media
- Content production planning
- Portfolio development for creative careers
- Podcasting & Audio specs
- Livestream broadcasting
- Full media training & public speaking
Responsibilities May Include
- Capturing photo and video content (remote or local projects)
- Editing images and footage
- Assisting with visual storytelling for articles
- Creating short-form video content
- Producing behind-the-scenes content
- Designing motion graphics or animated elements
- Supporting multimedia features for the magazine
- Organizing digital media assets
Software & Skills Exposure
Interns may gain experience using:
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe After Effects
- Canva or similar tools
- Mobile video production tools
- Audio editing basics
(No prior experience required — training is provided.)
Ideal For Students Studying
- Photography
- Videography
- Film & Media Production
- Digital Media
- Communications
- Graphic Design
- Marketing & Content Creation
- Management
Portfolio Advantage
By the end of the internship, participants may have:
✔ Published photo or video content
✔ Social media video projects
✔ Edited multimedia pieces
✔ Motion graphics samples
✔ Real-world portfolio assets
These are valuable for careers in:
- Media production
- Fashion photography
- Film & television
- Marketing & content creation
- Social media management
- Journalism
- Digital storytelling
Internship Structure
- Duration: Typically one academic semester or quarter
- Location: Remote / Work From Home
- Schedule: Flexible hours based on availability
- Compensation: Unpaid internship
- Credit: Academic credit may be available through your institution
We understand unpaid internships are a commitment.
Our goal is to ensure interns leave with tangible experience, mentorship, and portfolio pieces that provide long-term value.
Who Should Apply?
We encourage applications from:
- College or university students
- Recent graduates
- Career changers building portfolios
- Creative individuals seeking industry experience
No prior professional experience is required — motivation and willingness to learn matter most.
Our Mission for Interns
We know how difficult it can be to get started in creative and media industries.
Our mission is simple:
Help driven and talented people gain experience they can’t get elsewhere.
We believe opportunity should exist before experience.
🇺🇸 Opportunities for Military Veterans & Spouses
Training Pathways Supported by Veteran Education & Workforce Programs
Garment District News is proudly founded by service-disabled U.S. Air Force veterans, and we understand firsthand the challenges that military service can place on education, career transitions, and family life.
Transitioning from military service — or supporting someone who has served — often requires rebuilding professional pathways while balancing personal responsibilities.
Our mission includes helping veterans and military families gain meaningful career experience in creative, media, and technology fields.
Paid Training Opportunities Through VA & Federal Programs
While many of our internships are unpaid, eligible veterans and military spouses may qualify for paid training support through:
- VA education benefits (GI Bill programs)
- Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E / Chapter 31)
- Military spouse workforce programs
- Federal workforce development initiatives
- State workforce training programs
- Nonprofit veteran career programs
- Approved apprenticeship or on-the-job training pathways (when applicable)
We are willing to work with participants, case managers, counselors, and program administrators to help structure training plans that meet program requirements whenever possible.
All Interns
Ready to start building your future?
👉 Apply Today
👉 Gain Real Experience
👉 Create Your Portfolio
Pay Attention to Details:
Please send an 📧 email to: internship_at_ garmentdistrictnews_dot_com with the following:
Subject Line: Internship Application – [Area or Areas of Interest]
Include:
- CV/Resume (We want to see the basics we are working with. If you have no prior experience, include sports, academics, volunteering, self-projects, hobbies, etc.) This is not a major determiner, this is part of the training process. DO NOT include resumes created with AI. We want to hear about you!!!!!
- Portfolio or work samples (if available)
- Short introduction about your interests, goals, and why you want to intern with us. (any communications medium you want to use that expresses who you are)
- School and program (if seeking credit)
Future Opportunities
Outstanding interns may be considered for:
- Leadership roles
- Long-term collaboration
- Freelance opportunities
- Paid positions as the organization grows