Internship Design - Swimwear & Accessories

Overview

Hunkemöller is Europe's leading lingerie brand, and this internship is your chance to get hands on experience at the heart of its creative process. As a Design Intern within the Swimwear and Accessories team, you will be immersed in the full lifecycle of a fashion collection, from early trend research through to finished products landing in stores across Europe.

This role is part of Hunkemöller's celebrated Best Internship in Retail (BIIR) Program, a structured, enriching experience shared with 50+ fellow interns. The program goes well beyond day to day tasks, offering dedicated training sessions, leadership development activities, and direct access to senior company figures. As a certified Top Employer of the Netherlands 2025, Hunkemöller is genuinely invested in helping interns grow both professionally and personally.

Please note that a portfolio submission is required alongside your CV for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist the design team throughout the development of swimwear, beachwear, and accessories collections

• Gain insight into the complete collection development process, from trend presentations to final products reaching stores

• Prepare detailed technical drawings using Adobe Illustrator

• Assist in developing prints, colorways, and color cards

• Support the team with day to day departmental tasks to keep workflows running smoothly

• Help maintain an organised and efficient work environment

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Design degree programme at HBO, Bachelor, or Master level (for example at AMFI, Artemis, HTW Hamburg, UDK Berlin, De Montfort University, or a comparable institution)

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with working knowledge of InDesign

• A strong eye for colour, print, and trends, combined with a genuine passion for fashion and design

• Creative, organised, and detail oriented in your approach to work

• Comfortable supporting a team and able to stay calm and focused when working to deadlines

• Available for the full 5 month internship period starting September 2026

• Enrolled at your school or university for the full duration of the placement

Nice to Have

• Experience with Clo 3D is a bonus

Benefits

• Best Internship in Retail (BIIR) Program: Join a cohort of 50+ interns and take part in structured learning experiences including Personal Branding workshops, Business Innovation and Presenting training, a CEO and CFO Q&A session, a Dragons' Den challenge, and more

• Assigned Buddy: Benefit from personal coaching from a dedicated buddy who will help you discover your potential, guide your growth, and build your professional network

• Hunkemöller Academy: Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development through a range of training programmes and workshops

• Hybrid working: Flexibility to work from home as part of a 60:40 hybrid policy based on your working hours

• Staff discount: 25% discount on all Hunkemöller products, with additional sale discounts of up to 25 to 35% on selected Mondays

• Holiday entitlement: 8 or more holiday days based on a 40-hour week

• Access to a company laptop and invitations to company-wide events including Townhalls and social gatherings

Hunkemöller's Together Tomorrow initiative reflects the company's commitment to sustainability, diversity, and ethical practices. Whether at the Hilversum HQ or in stores, interns are encouraged to contribute to meaningful change and help the brand reach its ambitious goals. The culture is described as empowering, playful, and inclusive, with shared successes at its core.