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Altar'd State · 2 hours ago

Spring 2026 Design & Production Intern

Knoxville, TN

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

Altar'd State is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company committed to giving back and making a difference in the world. The Design + Production Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the creative design process and production workflow for mall activations and decorative installations.

E-CommerceFashion

Responsibilities

Assist in developing concepts, sketches, mood boards, and visual layouts for mall activations, pop-up shops, and store décor installations

Support the creation of production-ready files, including technical drawings, cut files, floor plans, and build assets. Participate in hands-on fabrication, including basic shop tools, material prep, and operation of CNC machines. Help prototype decorative elements and structural components to test functionality, scale, and finish

Support quality checks, assembly steps, and pre-install preparation for displays and activation structures. Conduct material, fabrication, and trend research to inform design feasibility and production planning. Maintain organized project documentation, digital files, material inventories, and reference assets

Qualification

3-D modeling softwareCNC machiningCAD/CAM softwareDesign principlesCreative problem-solving

Required

Junior, senior, or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, Set Design, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a related field

Experience with 3-D modeling software like Rhino, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Blender

Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and principles of digital fabrication

Basic understanding of CNC machining and other digital fabrication methods

Strong design and visualization skills, with the ability to create detailed and accurate models

Knowledge of design principles and the ability to apply them to real-world projects

Creative problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new tools and workflows

Must have a few days of open availability and be able to work a minimum of 20-25 hours