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L.L.Bean · 11 hours ago

Design Apprentice Hardgoods & Footwear

Freeport, ME

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad

L.L.Bean is committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating inclusive spaces for everyone. They are seeking college design students and recent graduates specializing in industrial design, footwear design, and hardgoods design to participate in their Design Apprenticeship Program, where they will be immersed in the business and culture of L.L.Bean and work on impactful projects.

ApparelManufacturingOutdoorsRetailSporting Goods

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Produce meaningful work that directly impacts the company

Build relationships with senior leaders

Be mentored by design experts

Be exposed to every corner of the business

Complete specific projects throughout the apprenticeship

Qualification

Footwear designEquipment/hardgoods design3D designAI visualization toolsLeadership skillsCollaboration skillsProblem solvingTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Must be currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college/university degree program or recent graduates

Strong preference will be given to rising Juniors and Seniors as well as Seniors who have graduated recently

Passion for the outdoors and L.L.Bean's core activities

Have proven leadership skills, with the ability to develop and motivate others

Capability to build strong partnerships and to work collaboratively to achieve goals

Demonstrated curiosity, problem solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to maintain a high level of enthusiasm, motivation, and a positive attitude

Established time management and organization skills

Demonstrated interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ideally has long-term interest in the outdoor apparel and gear industry

Preferred

AI visualization tools/experience

Design and Technology

Benefits

Programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance

Company

L.L.Bean

Glassdoor4.2

L.L.Bean and outdoor lovers everywhere.

Founded in 1912

Freeport, Maine, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.llbean.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Stephen Smith

President and CEO

Lindsay Clunie

Process Manager

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