Paid Tailoring Internship

Job Description

Paid Tailoring Internship: Elevate Your Sewing Skills to Professional Tailoring

Are you passionate about sewing and ready to transform your hobby into a professional craft? We are thrilled to offer a paid tailoring internship designed for individuals with basic sewing skills who are eager to master the art of professional tailoring and garment alterations.

This is a truly hands-on learning opportunity. Under expert guidance in a dynamic working tailor shop, you will immerse yourself in practical training, significantly improving your sewing technique, enhancing your fitting knowledge, and developing advanced alteration skills.

This internship is perfect for:

• Fashion students looking to gain practical industry experience.
• Self-taught sewists aspiring to formalize and professionalize their skills.
• Anyone committed to leveling up their sewing into a rewarding career in professional tailoring.

What You’ll Learn and Master:

• Comprehensive Sewing Techniques: From foundational basics to advanced precision sewing.
• Expert Garment Alterations: Specializing in complex adjustments for dresses, suits, and a variety of other garments.
• Core Alteration Skills: Including precise hemming, taking in/letting out seams, sleeve adjustments, and intricate waist modifications.
• Introduction to Professional Fitting: Learn essential fitting principles and advanced pinning techniques for a flawless finish.
• Tailor Shop Operations: Gain invaluable insight into the daily workflow and operational excellence of a professional tailoring environment.
• Quality Control & Finishing: Develop an eye for impeccable detail, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assisting with Sewing & Alterations: Supporting the team with a range of basic to intermediate sewing and alteration tasks.
• Garment Preparation: Diligently preparing garments for client fittings and subsequent alterations.
• Instruction Adherence: Learning and meticulously following specific tailoring instructions and measurement protocols.
• Work Area Maintenance: Upholding a clean, organized, and efficient workspace at all times.
• Operational Support: Contributing to the smooth and effective daily operations of the tailor shop.

Essential Requirements:

• Basic Sewing Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in machine operation and accurate straight stitching is required.
• Genuine Interest: A strong enthusiasm for tailoring, fashion, or garment construction.
• Eagerness to Learn: A proactive attitude towards learning new skills and a receptiveness to constructive feedback.
• Professional Qualities: Reliable, punctual, and possessing a keen eye for detail.
• Availability: Ability to commit to part-time hours.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Part-time, Flexible Schedule: We offer flexibility to accommodate your availability.
• Paid Internship: An hourly rate will be provided, commensurate with your current skill level and experience.
• Dedicated Training & Mentorship: Benefit from direct guidance and support from experienced tailors.

Growth Opportunity:

This internship offers a clear pathway for advancement. Based on your performance, skill development, and dedication, there is strong potential for this role to transition into a permanent part-time or even full-time tailoring position within our team.

How to Apply:

Please send us a message including the following details:

• A short description of your sewing experience.
• Your compelling reasons for why you’re interested in learning professional tailoring.
• Photos of any sewing work you have completed (this is optional but highly encouraged).