the "intern" has become a common thing to see on the internet...such as the wonderful cory kennedy for the cobrasnake.
there was an article in the september issue of teenvogue (fall fashion a-z, "I is for Interns"; pg. 222)
i am very intrigued by the idea of being an intern for many reasons. in the teenvogue article, 17-year-old Sarah Richards is Peter Som's intern...how awesome would it be to be the intern of a fashion designer! unfortunately, i dont live in new york...or LA for that matter, so night-life photography and fashion are pretty much out. the search will continue as i look through the phonebook...
you get to learn about working in business as an adult, and if you're lucky, get to be a fitting model and keep the dress, or chill with l.l. and DJAM...perhaps nicole?
also, the new york times did an article entitles "Interns: The Founts Of Youth" last July: click here to read it.
are any of you interns? if you are, tell me for who and where if you dont mind
Labels: cobrasnake, cory kennedy, interns
posted by couturemechic at 4:36 PM
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i am...i've been working at a fashion publicity company, so we basically order shipments of new designer clothes and accessories (elie saab, ungaro, reem acra, the new ports eveningwear collection, etc) and stylists come in and pick out clothes for celebrity clients. i sent out evangeline lilly's golden globes shoes, i believe we sent out dresses for eva longoria and several people from gray's anatomy, etc. interning is really a great resume builder. i would suggest going to your nearest major city and seeking out publishing places? lots of magazines have branches in several cities so that's probably your best bet for a fashion related job. hope that helps!
It really must be awesome to be an intern, ggives you so much experience and opportunities! but I think people look up to them too much and later debate on "WHY IS CORY KENNEDY A CELEB"
I like the word intern ;)! As 1amcoffee said. You get to learn allot of the business and it gives you great opportunities.
You definitely have what it takes. Living far from the action isn't insurmountable.
Step 1. Sign up for every class, job, etc. related to the field, from sewing and knitting to modeling for charity to part time work at the nearest boutique. Read everything you can find on the topic, while continuing to get good grades back home.
Step 2. Save your money.
Step 3. Make a list of everyone you know who may have contacts in a big city. Ask do they work in fashion or related industries? Do they know people who do? Is it possible they may need roommates, part time child care or elder care?
Step 4. Tell each person you meet that you're interested in the fashion industry and ask if they know anyone who knows anyone in the industry. Take notes.
Step 5. Research and identify places you'd like to work, starting with your favorite designer, boutique, etc. How do people start there? Do they use interns? What for? What could you do to help them?
Step 6. Prepare a resume showing your interest and experience and get every sane adult you know to tell you how to improve it. But decide for yourself.
Step 7. Cook up a project, possibly for a class, or the school paper, or your blog, dealing with the industry. Write your top choices asking if you can meet them and interview them for that project next time you're in town. Include your resume. Follow up with a phone call.
Step 8. Once you find a safe place to stay upon visiting, go and meet with any reputable person in the industry who will meet with you in a safe place. Don't waste your time on men or partying. Spend the rest of your visit at fashion shows, museums, and stores they don't have back home. Take notes and photos.
Step 9. Go home and write a hand written thank you note to each person who helped you. Turn your notes and photos into something you can be proud of. Send it to the people who helped you.
Step 10. Refine your goals. Tell people what you're after. Repeat all of the steps above.
You will definitely get ahead if you do all these things.
Being an intern is not as great as it sounds. At NYU, I was an intern at Conde Nast and I ran around the city like Anne Hathaway in the Devil Wears Prada. At one point, my boss wanted me to find the best chocolate because she had a craving. Working for women is the worst...it's an extremely competitive atmosphere. My studies slipped because I was more anxious about work than my studies.
The word "Intern" is definitely being exploited these days, especially in NYC. My friends agree that it has become less of an apprenticeship and more mule labor. Sometimes, it can be quite demeaning. Somehow though, it looks real good on the resume.
However, I have had a great internship before. The key difference, it didn't involve fashion.
My advice, stick to intellectuals, don't get wrapped up with editorial fashion snobs.
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