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lululemon

Design Intern - Accessories - Socks & Headwear | Contract June - August 2026

On site

Vancouver, Canada

Fresher

Full Time

10-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Leadership Creativity Networking Research Attention to detail Training Organization Illustrator Photoshop

Job Specifications

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Description & Requirements

Who we are 

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

About The Global Internship Program 

Our Global Internship Program offers an immersive, inclusive, and fun learning experience for early-in-career talent at select participating Store Support Centre (SSC) locations. Throughout the 12-week program, interns gain exposure to real business initiatives, contribute to meaningful projects, and build lasting connections through networking opportunities, company events, and mentorship from leaders across the organization. The 2026 program opportunities will be product-focused, with interns supporting the teams driving product innovation and international growth.

Program Dates: June 1 to August 21, 2026 (dates subject to change)
Compensation & Benefits: Full-time, paid internship with access to group fitness classes, employee discount, and paid time off (prorated), including observed holidays.
Development Opportunities: Q&A sessions with executive leaders, alumni networking events, and career development sessions.
3-Tier Support: Each intern is paired with a manager, mentor, and buddy for day-to-day support and dedicated career guidance.
Career Pathways: Interns participating in the 2026 program may have early access to be considered for available full-time job opportunities.

Product Design at lululemon

Join lululemon’s Product team and help shape the future of activewear through innovation, creativity, and purpose-driven design. This team leads the way in creating transformative products and experiences for our brand by deeply understanding our guests’ needs, cultural influences, and the Science of Feel™. We drive product excellence by connecting design, innovation, and raw materials to deliver apparel that stands out in silhouettes, fit, function, and style. Designers at lululemon have their fingers on the pulse when it comes to fashion and trends – they know what’s next and how to thoughtfully design it into products in a way that resonates with our guests.

A day in the life 

As a Design Intern, you’ll collaborate with our industry-leading Design team to help create apparel that sets the standard in innovation, function, fit, and quality. You’ll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle and contribute to the development of seasonal collections through hands-on design work, fittings, and cross-functional collaboration. This internship is a chance to showcase your passion for fashion, lifestyle, culture, and emerging trends – an opportunity to channel your unique design ideas into work that inspires, influences, and shapes what’s next.

Key Responsibilities Include

Team Support: Assist designers in creating visually appealing, functional, and market-ready garments by contributing to mock-ups, updating tech sketches and style details, capturing fitting notes, and maintaining tech packs and overview boards to reflect cross-functional feedback.
Participate in Fit Meetings : Attend design and product meetings to capture detailed notes, feedback, and action items, ensuring accurate updates to styles and documentation.
Sample Management : Help manage design samples, organize the design space, and sample library.
Trend & Guest Research : Stay informed on global fashion, streetwear, and cultural trends to support the creation of elevated lifestyle products aligned with guest preferences.
Visual Storytelling Support : Help prep for gate presentations by building line overviews, flat drawings, and color deliverables for cross-functional partners.

Additionally, during your internship, you'll participate in a Design Project . This is an exciting opportunity showcase your creativity and technical skills and build your portfolio through a lululemon-related project. You will receive mentorship and guidance from senior designers and have the opportunity to present your project to senior leadership.

Qualifications

Completed or currently pursuing BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
Portfolio link or PDF submission is strongly encouraged
Proficient in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Strong communication skills to effectively share design concepts and collaborate across teams
Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and challenge conventional approaches
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Self-motivated and adaptable;

About the Company

If you are seeking a job opportunity with lululemon, please note that our recruiters will only contact candidates using an @lululemon.com email address. -- lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) is a healthy lifestyle inspired athletic apparel company for yoga, running, training, and most other sweaty pursuits, creating transformational products and experiences which enable people to live a life they love. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional designs, lululemon works with yogis and athletes in local communit... Know more