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Embroidery Design and AI Pattern Development Intern

Embroidery Design & AI Pattern Development Intern

(Base Pay)

Overview

NOVA Experiences and Up-Fashion Boutique is seeking a creative and detail-oriented intern to help us develop a new line of modern embroidery kits. This role blends traditional needlework with emerging AI tools to reimagine and modernize vintage patterns.

You will work with a curated archive of embroidery patterns (early 2000s and earlier), transforming them into fresh, contemporary designs aligned with the NOVA brand. This is a unique opportunity to be at the intersection of craft, design, and technology.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze existing embroidery patterns for structure, style, and technique
  • Digitize patterns through scanning, formatting, and organization
  • Use AI tools to generate new pattern variations and creative concepts
  • Refine and adapt AI-generated outputs into clean, usable embroidery designs
  • Create clear, beginner-friendly instruction sheets for embroidery kits
  • Assist in developing visual layouts for pattern sheets and packaging inserts
  • Collaborate with the NOVA team to ensure designs align with brand identity
  • Participate in light prototyping and testing of embroidery kits

 

 

Learning Outcomes

  • Experience combining traditional crafts with AI-assisted design
  • Develop skills in textile design, pattern development, and product creation
  • Gain exposure to creative entrepreneurship and product-market fit
  • Learn how to translate creative ideas into sellable physical products
  • Build a professional portfolio of published designs

 

 

Ideal Candidate

  • Interest in embroidery, sewing, textile arts, or DIY crafts
  • Strong attention to detail and visual organization
  • Comfortable learning and experimenting with AI tools (no prior expertise required)
  • Creative thinker with an eye for modern aesthetics
  • Organized and able to follow multi-step processes
  • Basic familiarity with design tools (Canva, Illustrator, or similar) is a plus

 

 

Compensation

  • Base hourly pay (to be determined)
  • Potential for continued role or expanded responsibilities after internship

 

 

Location

  • Provo, UT (in-studio preferred; hybrid possible depending on candidate)