Production & Sustainability Intern
Key Skills
Job Description
About the Internship Are you interested in fashion, sustainability, and the processes behind bringing a collection to life? Do you enjoy working hands-on, learning by doing, and taking initiative? We are looking for a Production & Sustainability Intern to join our Amsterdam office for a 6-month internship starting in January 2027. Working closely with our Production Manager, you will gain practical experience across production, buying, supplier coordination, and sustainability. You will support different stages of the production process, contribute to ongoing projects, and gain insight into how a fashion collection moves from development through to production. This internship is suited to someone who is organised, curious, detail-oriented, and eager to develop a broad understanding of fashion production and the operational side of a fashion brand. Your Role · Support the Production Manager with day-to-day production and operational activities. · Assist with production planning, timelines, documentation, and follow-up with suppliers and agents. · Prepare and maintain production-related documents, including colour cards, product information, supplier requirements, and production manuals. · Support communication and coordination with suppliers, agents, and internal teams. · Assist with organising and structuring production workflows, processes, and timelines. · Support buying and production activities throughout different stages of the collection. · Contribute to sustainability-related projects, including research, documentation, supplier information, and process improvements. · Help identify opportunities to improve the organisation and efficiency of production processes. · Take ownership of smaller projects and support other areas of the business where relevant. What You'll Need · Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Fashion, Business, Economics, Sustainable Fashion, Supply Chain, or a related field. · A strong interest in fashion production, buying, sustainability, and the operational side of the industry. · Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. · Comfortable working with Excel and other digital tools. · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · Able to work independently while also collaborating closely with others. · Curious, proactive, and eager to learn. · Comfortable taking initiative and getting involved in different areas of the role. · Available full-time (40 hours per week) for a 6-month internship starting in January 2027. What We Offer · A hands-on internship at a purpose-driven fashion brand based in Amsterdam. · The opportunity to gain experience across production, buying, supplier coordination, and sustainability. · Close collaboration and mentorship from experienced industry professionals. · The opportunity to contribute to real projects and gain practical industry experience. · Insight into the production process and the different stages involved in bringing a collection to life. · A supportive working environment where initiative, curiosity, and continuous learning are valued. · Employee discounts on R2 Amsterdam products. · Monthly internship allowance and reimbursement of public transport costs. Interested? If you are excited to learn more about fashion production and sustainability and would like to gain hands-on experience at R2 Amsterdam, we would love to hear from you. Please send us your CV and a short motivation explaining why you would be a good fit for the internship.
Core Responsibilities
Support the Production Manager with production planning, documentation, supplier and agent coordination, buying activities, and day-to-day operations. Contribute to sustainability projects and process improvements, maintain production workflows and timelines, and take ownership of smaller projects.
Requirements
Applicants must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's or master's programme in fashion, business, economics, sustainable fashion, supply chain, or a related field, and have a strong interest in fashion production and sustainability. They should be organised, detail-oriented, comfortable with Excel and digital tools, effective communicators, proactive, able to work independently and collaboratively, and available full-time for six months starting in January 2027.
Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Monthly Internship Allowance
- Public Transport Cost Reimbursement
- Mentorship
- Supportive Working Environment
About R2 Amsterdam
Industry: Fashion Accessories Manufacturing
Company size: 11-50 employees
R2 Amsterdam stands for high-quality menswear. Founded in 2008, it has grown over the years into an international brand with stores in over twenty countries. While the iconic Shirts with a Twist brand remains central, our range has expanded to include polo shirts, knitwear, overshirts, and blazers. Quality, attention to detail, and finish are hallmarks of R2 Amsterdam.