Fashion Internships — Melbourne
Practical placements with local brands, studios, sustainable initiatives and fashion events across Victoria. Internships for design, production, marketing and operations.
Studio placements
Hands-on experience with independent designers and small production teams in Melbourne’s creative precincts.
Sustainable projects
Placements with circular-fashion initiatives, textile-recovery partners and eco-design labs.
Event & production roles
Backstage, showroom and production assistant roles around Melbourne Fashion Week and local showcases.
Featured internship programs
Work directly with a Melbourne-based emergent label on moodboards, sample prep and fittings. Ideal for BA fashion students.
- Hours: 15–25/week
- Stipend: possible
- Skills: pattern understanding, Adobe Illustrator, sewing basics
Placement in a certified ethical manufacturing facility focusing on small-batch production and quality control.
- Hours: full-time or part-time
- Travel: inner-Melbourne locations
- Outcomes: real-world tech pack experience
Hands-on role building campaigns, influencer liaison and community engagement for a boutique retail collective.
- Learn campaign planning, analytics and content scheduling
- Mentor support and portfolio feedback
Short research placements focused on recycled fibres, lab testing and sustainable supply chains.
- Suitable for postgraduate research candidates
- Collaborative projects with industry partners
How to apply — simple steps
- Review program summaries and pick 2–3 roles that match your skills.
- Prepare a one-page CV and 4–6 image portfolio or links.
- Send an expression of interest via Contacts with role refs.
- Attend a short interview or studio visit where required.
- Complete placement agreement and start date arrangements.
Emma Rivers
Emma liaises with brands and supports students through placement logistics and learning outcomes.
Compare short placements
| Program | Duration | Hours | Stipend | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Assistant | 12 weeks | 15–25/wk | Possible | Emerging designers |
| Production Assistant | 8 weeks | Full/Part-time | Usually paid | Production students |
| Marketing Role | 10 weeks | 10–20/wk | Unpaid | Marketing & comms |
| Textile Research | 6–12 weeks | Flexible | Project funded | Research students |
Success stories
Charlotte — Design graduate"Placement led to a junior role and a capsule collection collaboration."
Liam — Production intern"Learned factory workflows and was offered part-time employment."
Nadia — Marketing intern"Built a portfolio of campaigns and grew a boutique brand's online reach."
Ready to begin?
If you're a student or recent graduate seeking Melbourne-based fashion internships, explore programs above and reach out for tailored guidance.