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Apparel Development Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Net2Source (N2S)

Pattern Maker

Beaverton, OR · On-site

They participate in apparel development process with the Product Creation teams. We need someone who can be agile and work in a fluid creative environment as well as travel for fast-paced projects as ...

Aquent

Apparel Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$51 - $56.67/hr

Your work will not only influence product development but also inspire athletes and consumers ... Deliver high-visibility apparel concepts, contributing to both ongoing projects and new initiatives ...

Aquent

Apparel Color Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$42 - $46.67/hr

Strong expertise in color strategy, palette development, and color application. * A portfolio ... Experience with outdoor, streetwear, performance, activewear, or technical apparel. * Experience ...

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How much do apparel development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for apparel development in Portland, OR is $59,147.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,200.00 and $64,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apparel Development vs Apparel Pattern Making?

AspectApparel DevelopmentApparel Pattern Making
Primary FocusDesigning, sourcing, and overseeing the production process of apparelCreating and drafting the patterns used to cut fabric for garments
Skills & CertificationsFashion design, sourcing, project managementPattern drafting, draping, CAD pattern software
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, manufacturing facilities, product development teamsPattern labs, design studios, manufacturing settings
Industry UsageUsed across fashion brands, apparel companies, and product development teamsPrimarily in pattern design, sample making, and technical design departments

Apparel Development involves managing the entire process from concept to production, focusing on design, sourcing, and project coordination. Apparel Pattern Making specifically concentrates on creating the patterns that form the basis of garment construction. Both roles are essential in the apparel industry but serve different functions within the product development cycle.

How to get into the apparel development industry?

To enter apparel development, candidates typically need a background in fashion design, textiles, or related fields, along with skills in product sourcing, pattern making, and CAD software. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions and building a strong portfolio can improve job prospects in this field.

What do apparel development do?

Apparel development involves designing, sourcing, and creating clothing products, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and production standards. Professionals in this field collaborate with designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, often using technical skills and industry software to bring clothing concepts to market efficiently.

What is apparel development?

Apparel development is the process of designing, creating, and producing clothing items, involving tasks such as fabric selection, pattern making, fitting, and sourcing materials. Professionals in this field often collaborate with designers, manufacturers, and suppliers to bring clothing concepts to market efficiently.
Apparel Development jobs near you
Infographic showing various Apparel Development job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,147 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

NIKE, Inc. Apparel Development, Global Apparel Materials, Undergraduate Internship

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Nike
Retail • 10K+ employees
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$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Nike rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 276 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
As the Global Apparel Materials (GLAM) Developer Intern, you will be part of the Textiles, Trims, and Print & Pattern Teams that partner with Global Categories and Design Teams on delivering materials from concept to commercialization.
You will collaborate with the Teams to build/enhance tools, resources and systems designed to enable the creative process, advance innovation, and increase speed. You will support the research and ideation for concept development, including the testing and validation towards final item approval. In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with teams involved in design, product management, product creation, material manufacturing, and sustainability. Materials should be your passion!
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
You will collaborate with the GLAM Material Development team to deliver on a cross functional project that is inclusive of Textiles, Trims, Print & Pattern. Projects will focus on delivering new material insights, researching current material palettes, and give recommendations on improvement, improving cross functional collaboration, transforming our digital materials capabilities, and more!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Merchandising, Textile Science, Materials Science or related field with a graduation date of Winter 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028.
  • Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a team player within a fast-paced team.
  • Knowledge of material and garment construction.
  • Ability to build a plan/roadmap around key projects, and from implementation to completion.
  • Experience in building compelling visual tools. (Adobe illustrator, Power Point, Boards, Miro, etc.)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations. Strong organization and multi-tasking skills.

This is a 10-week paid internship opportunity with relocation assistance. Curious to know what it's like to be part of a world-class Internship Program? Check out our recap video from last summer: Nike Internship Program Recap Video
Mynext: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future
This internship - as well as full-time positions - are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. Philip H. Knight Campus in Beaverton, OR. Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus: Nike PHK Campus Video
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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