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J.Jill

Senior Designer, Accessories

Quincy, MA

$107K - $114K/yr

... footwear, soft accessories, and socks. This role oversees the creative vision for all products ... The role may also provide guidance, mentoring, and development to junior design team members.

J.Jill

Senior Designer, Accessories

Quincy, MA

$120K - $170K/yr

... to junior design team members. Collection & Design Leadership ยท Lead the creative design and development of seasonal accessories collections, with handbags as the primary category and footwear ...

J.Jill

Sr Designer

Quincy, MA ยท On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

... footwear, soft accessories, and socks. This role oversees the creative vision for all products ... The role may also provide guidance, mentoring, and development to junior design team members.

Gina Group LLC

Associate Designer : Footwear

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

... design, manufacturing, and distribution to retail markets. Categories include footwear, hosiery ... We are looking for a Junior Associate Designer to join our team to join our Footwear department.

Centric Software

Junior Technical Consultant

Campbell, CA ยท On-site

We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering ... Define and optimize design solutions in line with clients' requirements leveraging the Centric PLM ...

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How much do junior footwear design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior footwear design in the United States is $56,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior footwear design?

A Junior Footwear Design job involves assisting in the design and development of footwear collections. Responsibilities typically include sketching concepts, creating technical drawings, selecting materials, and collaborating with senior designers and product teams. Junior designers may also be involved in trend research, prototype reviews, and refining designs based on feedback. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong creative vision, attention to detail, and knowledge of footwear construction and materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a junior footwear design?

To thrive as a Junior Footwear Designer, you need a solid understanding of shoe construction, trend research, sketching, and a relevant degree in fashion or industrial design. Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D modeling tools like Rhino or SolidWorks is commonly required. Strong communication, creativity, attention to detail, and openness to feedback are vital soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for effectively translating design concepts into market-ready products and collaborating with development teams.

What are the typical responsibilities of a junior footwear designer?

As a Junior Footwear Designer, your daily tasks can include researching trends and materials, creating sketches or digital renderings, and assisting with tech packs for development teams. You'll often collaborate with senior designers, developers, and marketing to refine concepts and ensure designs meet brand standards and seasonal goals. Depending on the company, you may also participate in sample reviews, update design boards, and support in managing design files and product timelines. This hands-on involvement across the design process helps you build valuable industry experience and fosters professional growth within the team.

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Footwear Design Intern, Inline

Brooks Running

Seattle, WA

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.ย 

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:ย ย 

  • Runner Firstย 
    • We act in the best interest of the runner
  • Word is Bondย 
    • We do what we say we'll doย 
  • Champion Heartย ย 
    • We give our all in everything we do ย 
  • There is no "I" in Runย 
    • We stay generous with our humanityย 
  • Keep Movingย 
    • We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we're all moving towards something. Let's run there.ย  ย 


Brooks Internship Program:ย 

Brooks Running hosts internships at our Seattle HQ offices to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience to further enhance your education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real work, and projects while working side by side with Brooks employees and leadership. If chosen for this role, you will embark on 6 months of learning, professional development, and exposure to the Brooks brand and culture.ย 

Internship Details:ย 

Duration: 6 monthsย 

Internship Target Start: July 13, 2026

Compensation: $31.00

Location: Seattle, HQย 

Schedule: 40 hours / week

Please apply if you can commit to the duration, salary and location for this opportunity.

Your ย Opportunity

As a Brooks Footwear Design Intern, you will support the creation of innovative footwear concepts under the guidance of the members of the Footwear Design team. You will gain exposure to all aspects of the product creation process, including construction, color, form, style, detail, fit, performance, and cost/value considerations.

As a Brooks Footwear Design Intern, you will work in close collaboration with cross-functional product creation partners, building foundational design skills while contributing to real-world projects. Through hands-on experience and mentorship, you will develop a strong understanding of the footwear design process and create a portfolio that reflects both creative growth and product creation knowledge.

This will be a 6-month internship, with the possibility of a 6-month extension based on performance and feedback from the Footwear Design team, and your Footwear Design mentor.

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Your Project

As part of your experience as a Footwear Design Intern at Brooks, you will complete an individual design project under the guidance of a Senior Footwear Designer. Project details will be determined based on your interests, development goals, and business needs.

Throughout the internship, you will apply your design skills, explore creative solutions, and gain hands-on experience within the footwear creation process. At the conclusion of the internship, you will present your project to the Footwear Design team, showcasing your design process, storytelling, and final concept while further developing your communication and presentation skills.

Your Impact (Responsibilities):
  • Collaborate with Development and Product Line Management partners to support the creation of innovative running footwear that resonates with runners and reflects the Brooks "Let's Run There" spirit.
  • Seek and apply feedback from cross-functional partners to develop design solutions that balance cost/value, fit, performance, manufacturability, sustainability, merchandising, and aesthetic execution.
  • Build knowledge of the running consumer and running culture to help inform product performance, appearance, and design opportunities across categories, customer segments or emerging trends.
  • Analyze pre-line feedback from Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, and other partners to better understand consumer needs and support brand alignment.
  • Create hand sketches, digital renderings, and presentation materials to clearly communicate and present design concepts.
  • Support the exploration and development of footwear concepts through research, ideation, and iterative design work.
  • Apply feedback and learned techniques to strengthen design solutions and continue building design craft and problem-solving skills.
Your Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled as a junior or above in a university (or equivalent degree program) majoring in Product Design, Industrial Design, Footwear Design, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated talent in sketching and concept development.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing innovative thinking and a passion for performance footwear design.
  • Solid understanding of color, materials, texture, human factors, and form in product design.
  • High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required.
  • Experience with 3D design software is a plus.
  • Previous performance footwear design experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, plastics, and other engineering materials is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail in planning, organization, and execution, while understanding how individual design decisions impact the overall product.
  • Ability to anticipate how design decisions affect customers, partners, products, and cross-functional teams, connecting the broader system across the organization.
  • Demonstrated innovation and initiative, with a drive to improve products and processes while remaining hands-on and detail-oriented.
  • Must be able to collaborate in aย team-orientedย environment.ย 
  • Experience using AI for ideation support orย brainstorming desired.ย 
  • Passion for sport is a plus, with a strong ability to understand and empathize with runners to build meaningful connections with the Brooks community.
  • Embraces and lives Brooks values.
Benefits:ย 
Paid Internshipย 
Sign-on bonus to provide financial support before first paycheckย 
Housing Subsidyย 
Travel Fee Coverageย 
Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
60% Employee Discountย 
Paid Holidaysย 
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Compensation:ย 
Undergraduate Intern: $31/hourย 

At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.

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