INTERNSHIP - CMF Designer M/F/X

Are you passionate about colors, materials, and textures that bring outdoor apparel to life?
Do you love exploring trends and turning creative inspirations into innovative design concepts?
Would you like to help shape the look and feel of Salomon’s future apparel collections?
If so, we may have an internship which may interest you!
About Salomon:
Salomon is a leading global brand in outdoor sports equipment and apparel, dedicated to providing innovative and high-performance gear for trail running, outdoor activities, and winter sports enthusiasts. With a rich heritage rooted in the French Alps, Salomon is committed to pushing the boundaries of design and technology to enhance the outdoor experience for athletes and adventurers around the world.
Position Overview:
Salomon is seeking a highly motivated and creative CMF Design Intern to join our dynamic team in the Apparel Section. The CMF Design Intern will play a key role in assisting the CMF (Color, Material, and Finish) team in developing seasonal color palettes, graphic designs, and material&finish strategies that reflect Salomon's brand identity and meet the needs of our diverse customer base.
Your mission will include:
1. CMF Design Support
Assist the CMF team in researching and identifying emerging trends in color, materials, and finishes relevant to outdoor sports apparel.
Support the development of seasonal CMF mood boards, inspiration sources, and presentation materials.
Collaborate with designers to create and refine color palettes aligned with Salomon’s brand DNA and consumer insights.
Assist in organizing and maintaining color and material libraries for internal reference.
2. Graphic and Material Development
Support graphic designers in developing print and pattern concepts for apparel collections, incorporating seasonal themes, brand identity, and technical requirements.
Help coordinate and maintain strike-off and sample libraries.
Conduct trend and material research, exploring innovative, sustainable, and performance-driven materials and trims for apparel products.
3. Operational and Project Support
Provide timely and effective operative design support to the CMF and Apparel Design teams, contributing to short-term project planning and execution.
Actively participate in cross-functional development projects as a collaborative team member.
Currently pursuing a degree in CMF Design, Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
Passion for outdoor sports and strong familiarity with Salomon’s brand and products.
Excellent visual and aesthetic sensibility with a keen eye for color, pattern, and texture.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator); knowledge of Clo3D, Substance, or other 3D CMF software is a plus.
Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes is an advantage.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
English level : B2/C1

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
Hybrid