Product Development- Sample & Trim Library Intern

Sample & Trim Library Intern

Reports To: Senior Product Development Specialist

About Dorfman Milano

Dorfman Milano, a 100+ year-old leader in the headwear industry, designs, sources, and distributes a diverse portfolio of headwear across various channels, from major retailers to independent boutiques. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we offer a range of options, including Made in the USA products from our Texas factory. We are currently seeking a dynamic Product Development Intern to join our growing team.

Hands-On / Craft Skills

• Precision cutting and board assembly (X-Acto, foam core, fabric covering)
• Strong fine motor skills and attention to detail

Preferred Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom)
• Canva, Milanote, Trello, or similar tools
• PLM or product development experience
• Superior Color Vision/strong color acuity
• Interest in millinery/western hats, quality control, technical design, product development, fashion industry factory production processes, or similar areas of study (product development, production, merchandising, buying, sourcing, procurement, etc.)

What This Role Supports

• High-quality sample/component presentation aligned with brand standards
• Accurate product data within PLM
• Efficient sample flow from concept to production
• Organized trim and sample systems
• Standardized, digital-first workflows
• Implementation of incremental transition towards modernization and efficiency in a legacy business

Portfolio Requirements

• Portfolio submission is optional (hat design experience not required), though examples demonstrating layout and precision cutting are beneficial; if provided, please include an accessible link (with password if needed).
• No unpaid design project will be required in our application process!

Disclaimer Regarding Submitted Materials

By submitting portfolio materials, applicants acknowledge that Dorfman Milano operates within a broad design landscape and may independently develop products that are similar in concept or execution. Dorfman Milano assumes no responsibility for any claims of similarity between submitted materials and company-developed products, whether existing or future.


What You’ll Gain at Dorfman Milano

• Gain hands-on experience at a 100+ year heritage brand known for setting the standard in high-quality Western hats
• Build real-world product development skills, including production best practices and adapting to a fast-changing market
• Play a meaningful role in helping modernize a legacy business by contributing to digital integration and process evolution
• Work directly with trims, components, and finished hats in a true production environment—not just behind a desk
• See firsthand how design, development, and factory production connect, with direct exposure to factory floor operations
• Learn how structured data and standardized workflows drive efficiency, accuracy, and growth in product development