ABOUT T.VDB

Tom Van der Borght is a fashion house working at the intersection of fashion, performance, research and visual arts. The studio develops both autonomous artistic work and commissioned projects in collaboration with cultural institutions, fashion houses, artists and commercial brands (Mercedes-Benz, Chanel, Blanca Li, David Byrne, Lille3000, …).

YOUR ROLE

Throughout your internship, you'll be an integral part of the design team and will work closely with the creative director. Your responsibilities will include:

• Actively participating in research on new techniques, materials, and finishings
   
• Assisting in the production of handmade creations
   
• Pattern drawing
   
• Stitching prototypes
   
• Preparing technical files for manufacturers
   
• Following up on fabric and trims, production, and collection pieces
   
• Attending fittings and communicating adaptations
   
• Providing support in the studio
  
   

YOUR PROFILE

• You are currently studying or have a background in fashion design or fashion technology, with graphic design skills
   
• You are well-organized, hands-on, and detail-oriented
   
• You enjoy working independently but also value collaboration
   
• You are creative and motivated
   
• You are fluent in English; other languages are a plus
   
• You are skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Microsoft Excel
  
   

WHAT WE OFFER

• A creative and inspiring internship in a small international studio in Gent
   
• A versatile role involving material research and in-house creation of unique pieces
   
• Insight into the creative industry
   
• A minimum duration of 4 months (longer preferred)

HOW TO APPLY

Send your CV, motivation letter, and any relevant portfolio (social media or graphic work) to studio@tomvanderborght.com.

Tom Van der Borght embraces diversity as a reflection of reality and strongly encourages applications from people of any gender, religion, skin color, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, age, and/or ethnic background.