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Location

This position is located at 5000 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19112 United States

Role Summary

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Technical Design Co-op to support our Buying team in fit execution and sample evaluation. This role helps ensure that each garment meets our standards for quality, construction, and fit. You’ll gain hands-on experience with the product development process, working closely with buyers, vendors, and technical design partners across our sister brands.

 

Time Commitment

• Part-time (10–20 hours/week)
• Opportunity for full-time hours upon completion of 6-month co-op

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in fit execution and vendor communication.
• Exposure to the product development process within a buying-led organization.
• Collaboration with experienced technical designers across brands.
• Mentorship from experienced merchants and developers.
• A strong foundation in the intersection of fit, product, and merchandising.

Role Responsibilities

• Support and participate in fit sessions; take detailed notes and assist in fit evaluations.
• Measure samples and assess fit and construction accuracy against existing tech packs.
• Record, organize, and distribute fit comments to vendors and factories.
• Update existing tech packs with fit changes and approved comments.
• Partner with buyers to ensure feedback is accurately captured and communicated.
• Interface with full-time Technical Designers at our sister brands to align on spec standards, fit blocks, and best practices.
• Maintain organized fit notes and sample references for future use.
• Collate on-site fit reviews and use this feedback in future to improve fit.

Role Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, Product Development, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and measurement.
• Proficient in Google Office Suite including Gmail, Sheets, Calendar.
• Meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills.
• Eager to learn and contribute in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

US EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.