Graphic Design Intern

At VF, shaping futures that move you means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, Make Your Move: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.

VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at vfc.com.

• Start date: February 1st, 2027
• Duration: 12 months, full-time
• Gross monthly salary: 1’850 CHF
• Location: VF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland
• Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

• You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
• You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship

Bring graphics to life and help shape the visual identity of our seasonal collections. Join the Graphics & Trend Apparel team and contribute to the creation of original artwork, illustrations and creative assets that inspire products across our brands.

You will support the development of seasonal graphic concepts and creative assets, contributing to the design process from initial idea to production-ready artwork.

You will collaborate with Graphic Designers, Product Developers and Merchandising teams, gaining hands-on experience within a fast-paced apparel creation environment.

How you'll make a difference

Get ready to make an impact! Here’s what you’ll be responsible for joining our team as Graphic Design Intern:

• Support the creation of original graphic concepts, illustrations and seasonal artwork for apparel collections.
• Contribute to the preparation of production-ready graphics, assisting with artwork execution and tech pack preparation.
• Assist in the development of Special Make Up graphic projects, supporting the process from concept through final execution.
• Manage and maintain graphic libraries, ensuring artwork, logos, trims and references remain organized and accessible.
• Support the creation of presentation decks, mock-ups and visual storytelling materials for internal reviews and key milestones.
• Conduct seasonal trend research, colour exploration and inspiration gathering to support the creative development process.

• An expertise in Adobe Illustrator and a strong interest in graphic design and visual communication.
• An understanding of graphic design principles, including typography, composition and colour application.
• The capability to create and adapt artwork across different product categories and visual styles.
• The ability to translate creative concepts into well-executed visual solutions.
• A keen interest in apparel, fashion, graphic trends and contemporary visual culture.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and file management.
• You are fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience within an international apparel graphics team, learning how creative concepts evolve into commercial products. You will work closely with designers and cross-functional partners while developing both your technical and creative capabilities in a global organization.

At the end of the Internship period, you can expect to have a clear understanding of the below:

• The end-to-end graphic design process within a global apparel business.
• The development and execution of graphics from concept through production.
• How cross-functional teams collaborate to bring seasonal collections to market.
• Industry best practices for artwork creation, asset management and apparel graphics development.

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12-month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands-on experience, including:

• Dedicated skill-building workshops & internal consulting group project
• One day of work in-store gaining real insights about our brands
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period.

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being. You will enjoy:

• Hybrid working policy
• 50% discount on VF brands
• On site gym, offering health and well-being initiatives
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location

As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.