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Four Hands is looking to hire a Product Development Intern to assist the Product Development team ... Pursuing a degree in Merchandising, Textiles and Apparel, Business or related field * Experience ...

Bachelor's degree in business, Product Development, Textiles, or related field * 3+ years of experience with product development * Vast knowledge and working experience with garment construction ...

Associate Product Development Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$122K - $152K/yr

Bachelor's degree in business, Product Development, Textiles, or related field * 3+ years of experience with product development * Vast knowledge and working experience with garment construction ...

Work cross-departmentally to address any product issues that arise during development and ... Knowledge of textile technology, including fabric construction, yarns and finishes. * Ability to ...

... product development, day-to-day business, or through acquisitions. As is Constellation's unique model, FOG Software buys and holds companies forever, which requires continuous investment in our ...

Textile Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$105K - $137K/yr

Work cross-departmentally to address any product issues that arise during development and ... Knowledge of textile technology, including fabric construction, yarns and finishes. * Ability to ...

... product development, day-to-day business, or through acquisitions. As is Constellation's unique model, FOG Software buys and holds companies forever, which requires continuous investment in our ...

... product development, day-to-day business, or through acquisitions. As is Constellation's unique model, FOG Software buys and holds companies forever, which requires continuous investment in our ...

Knowledge of textile materials, sewing construction methods, and manufacturing processes used in the development and production of soft goods and sewn products. * Working knowledge of CAD, pattern ...

Knowledge of textile materials, sewing construction methods, and manufacturing processes used in the development and production of soft goods and sewn products. * Working knowledge of CAD, pattern ...

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How much do freelance textile product development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance textile product development in the United States is $126,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Textile Product Development vs Textile Designer?

AspectFreelance Textile Product DevelopmentTextile Designer
CredentialsExperience in textile manufacturing, product development, and technical skillsDesign education, portfolio, and creativity
Work EnvironmentProject-based, client-specific, often remote or on-site at manufacturing facilitiesStudio or office-based, focused on creative design work
Employer & Industry UsageFreelancers work with brands, manufacturers, and retailers on product linesDesign firms, textile companies, or freelance for brands

Freelance Textile Product Development focuses on transforming designs into manufacturable products, requiring technical and industry knowledge. Textile Designers primarily create visual patterns and concepts. Both roles may overlap but differ in their core responsibilities and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Textile Product Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,987 per year, or $61.1 per hour.
Product Development Intern

Product Development Intern

Four Hands

Austin, TX • On-site

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Job description

Four Hands is looking to hire a Product Development Intern to assist the Product Development team in tracking swatches, communicating with the overseas team, maintaining the swatch room, and assisting with various projects and presentations. 
This position is expected to start September 2026 and continue through the entire Fall 2026 term (through December 2026). Our internships are a minimum of 12 weeks, part-time (20 to 25 hours) and on-site.

In This Role 

  • Assist in maintaining and organizing a central library for master swatches from overseas factories
  • Work with Photography team to ensure new swatches are photographed and returned to swatch room in a timely manner
  • Work with overseas teams to ensure swatch data is complete and finalized prior to new finishes launching on an item  
  • Create and manage presentation materials as needed
  • Maintain the Introduction Status List and coordinate with Supply Chain team as needed
  • Ensure product information and photography has been received from the overseas team prior to market
  • Track and update product status post-review (approved/rejected), reflect changes on the product site, and communicate updates to relevant departments
  • Other duties as assigned by Management  
  • Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team:   
    • Be open and honest   
    • Reach for excellence   
    • Act with responsibility   
    • Value the whole person   
    • Enjoy the journey 

The Ideal Person 

  • Pursuing a degree in Merchandising, Textiles and Apparel, Business or related field 
  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)  
  • Exposure to project management software (Asana, Monday.com, etc.)
  • Understanding of product databases or content management systems (CMS) used to maintain product information