Fashion Design & Entrepreneurship Incubator Remote

Fashion Design & Entrepreneurship Incubator Internship

Lady Connect VoiceUp Publishing Partnership

100% Remote 100% Flexible

### Program Overview

This innovative internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students with clothing and apparel design aspirations a unique opportunity to develop their creative vision while gaining hands-on entrepreneurial experience. Through our partnership with VoiceUp Publishing, interns will receive mentorship, resources, and dedicated retail space to showcase their designs within Lady Connect's national clothing boutique initiative.

### Internship Structure

- **Duration**: 4-6 month program

- **Format**: 100% remote core curriculum with optional in-person retail experience

- **Compensation**: Academic credit available, volunteer option, or potential stipend through fiscal sponsorship

- **Fiscal Sponsorship**: VoiceUp Publishing will collaborate to seek fiscal sponsorship for qualifying participants through partnership agreements with social impact organizations.

- **Retail Opportunity**: Dedicated store frontage space within Lady Connect's boutique

### Program Benefits

- Professional mentorship from established designers and retail entrepreneurs

- Hands-on experience in clothing line development from concept to market

- Digital marketing and branding support for your collection

- Direct consumer feedback through Lady Connect's boutique platform

- Networking with industry professionals and disability advocates

- Portfolio development and documentation of your design journey

- Potential for ongoing relationship with Lady Connect's retail initiative

### Learning Tracks

Participants will develop skills in:

1. **Design & Production**: Concept development, sketching, material selection, ethical sourcing

2. **Business Development**: Pricing strategy, supply chain management, business planning

3. **Marketing & Branding**: Social media strategy, brand identity, storytelling

4. **Social Enterprise**: Inclusive design principles, accessibility in fashion, social impact

### Eligibility Requirements

- Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies (any major welcome)

- Demonstrated interest in fashion, apparel design, or retail entrepreneurship

- Commitment to inclusive design and accessibility

- Self-motivated with strong time management skills

- Access to reliable internet and basic design tools

- Portfolio or concept presentation of clothing/apparel ideas

### Program Structure

Phase 1: Concept Development (Weeks 1-4)

- Refine clothing line concept and target market

- Develop initial designs and branding strategy

- Create business and production plan

- Learn inclusive design principles

Phase 2: Production & Marketing (Weeks 5-12)

- Develop samples or initial production pieces

- Create digital marketing assets and online presence

- Prepare pricing and merchandising strategy

- Design retail display concept for boutique space

Phase 3: Retail Launch (Weeks 13-24)

- Launch collection in dedicated space within Lady Connect boutique

- Implement marketing campaign

- Gather and respond to customer feedback

- Refine business model based on real-world performance

### Mentorship & Support

Interns will receive:

- Bi-weekly virtual mentoring sessions with industry professionals

- Monthly group workshops on entrepreneurship and design

- Access to disability advocacy training and inclusive design resources

- Technical support for digital marketing and e-commerce

- Guidance on academic credit requirements and documentation

### Social Impact Component

All participating designers will be encouraged to incorporate at least one of the following:

- Accessible design features in their collection

- Employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities

- Donation of a percentage of proceeds to disability advocacy

- Collaboration with artists or craftspeople with disabilities

### Application Process

Send to

Send resume and example of best writing

1. Submit digital portfolio or concept presentation

2. Complete brief questionnaire about entrepreneurial goals

4. Virtual interview with program coordinators

### Program Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will have:

- Launched a clothing line concept with real market feedback

- Developed a comprehensive business and marketing plan

- Created a professional portfolio of their work

- Established connections within the fashion and retail industry

- Gained perspective on inclusive design and accessibility

- Received professional evaluation letter from Lady Connect's founder

### Partnership Information

This program is made possible through collaboration between Lady Connect and VoiceUp Publishing, combining retail expertise with publishing and promotion resources to support emerging designers. Fiscal sponsorship opportunities are available to qualifying participants through VoiceUp's established network of partners.

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*This internship reflects Lady Connect's mission to create innovative employment and entrepreneurship opportunities while promoting awareness of disability inclusion in all industries.*

**Apply now to turn your fashion vision into reality while contributing to a more inclusive retail landscape!**

The Voice Up Credential is the Standard for Connecting You to Your Purpose.

Program Overview

The Voice Up Credential represents an innovative approach to professional and personal development, combining practical experience with structured learning and direct engagement with community and business leaders.

This year-long program integrates a 100% remote, 100% flexible hands-on internship experience with comprehensive coursework and real-world perspectives connected to your purpose.

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Collaboration

Collaboration in the workplace extends far beyond simply working together on projects. It represents an active commitment to combining diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences to achieve outcomes that surpass what any individual could accomplish alone.

Effective collaborators recognize that different viewpoints strengthen solutions and actively seek input from teammates. They share knowledge freely, remain open to new approaches, and understand that the best ideas can come from unexpected sources. True collaboration means creating an environment where team members feel safe contributing ideas and where credit is shared rather than claimed individually.