A&F Co. Design Sophomore Summit - Summer 2026

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Abercrombie and Fitch Co.

Posted about 2 months ago

Internship

Columbus, Ohio

Fully Remote

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Participants will explore various design roles within the company and network with industry professionals. They will also collaborate in teams to complete a hands-on case study that simulates real-world design work.

Qualifications

You are a sophomore currently pursuing a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. You have a passion for the A&F brands, curiosity about corporate retail careers, and proven leadership experience.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Apparel Design

Tech Design

Graphic Design

CAD Design

Creative Marketing

Portfolio

Job Description

Company Description

Job Description

The Design Sophomore Summit provides a unique opportunity to explore a variety of design-related internships and full-time career paths in corporate retail at A&F Co. The three-day virtual event will bring students from across the country together to learn about our business, hear from former interns, interact with senior level leaders and team up to complete a hands-on case study that brings our roles to life.

The 2026 Design Sophomore Summit event dates will be released in Spring 2026.

What Will You Be Doing?

  • Learn about the A&F Co. and our portfolio of global brands
  • Explore the variety of design roles within the A&F Design LDPs including Apparel Design, Tech Design, Graphic Design, CAD Design, and Creative Marketing
  • Network with former design interns to learn about their summer experience and starting a career at A&F Co.
  • Hear about our corporate social responsibility initiatives across Inclusion & Belonging, Philanthropy, and Sustainability
  • Team up to complete a hands-on case study that brings the work to life
  • Jump start the recruiting process for a 2027 Summer Internship

What Do You Need To Bring?

  • Sophomore status working toward a bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Passion for the A&F brands
  • Curiosity about a career in corporate retail
  • Ability to thrive and collaborate in team-based settings
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Desire to learn more!

To be eligible for consideration, students must also submit their portfolio/website, resume and unofficial transcript, complete with cumulative GPA.

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. 

Additional Information

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Abercrombie and Fitch Co.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 800 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. To apply for jobs and learn more about our hiring process, visit corporate.abercrombie.com/careers/ If you are emailed by an A&F Co. recruiter at any point in the hiring process, it will come from an email address ending in @anfcorp.com, @stores.anfcorp.com or @smartrecruiters.com.
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