Sewing Internship

Job Title: Sewing Internship
Salary Range: $15 an hour

FTE: 32 Hours
Reports to: Reina Estimo

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sewing Intern to join our team. This internship offers hands-on experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you can refine your skills and learn new techniques in garment construction and design. Sewing interns will become proficient in the sewing of wing dresses and ribbon shirts. They will sew these items to help support youth in the music program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. 

• Assist the production team with cutting, sewing, and finishing garments.

• Work with different types of fabrics, sewing machines, and tools.

• Learn and apply garment construction techniques under the guidance of senior team members.

• Participate in fitting sessions and assist with pattern adjustments as needed. 

• Contribute to the design process through idea brainstorming and technical support.

Work Location: Wyam Youth Center, 1230 Warm Springs Street

Required Certifications/Licenses

Other Skills (will be learned on the job)

Basic knowledge of sewing techniques and use of sewing machines

Creative problem-solving skills and a positive attitude

Standards and Expectations

• Facilitate a professional environment for our clients and staff through appropriate and professional communication with all visitors; maintain professional boundaries at all times

• Always conduct oneself safely, appropriately and professionally

• Demonstrate respect and sensitivity for cultural differences

• Function as a role model for other staff; exhibit confidence in self and in others

• Proactively identify problems, troubleshoot, and problem solve in one-on-one and group settings

• Demonstrate a clear commitment to good communication, including giving and asking for feedback

• Commitment to working on a team, and to assisting other team members if their workloads become excessive 

• Strong desire to serve the community in support of WSCAT mission

Work Environment

• Possible exposure to airborne pathogens (e.g., COVID-19). May be required to wear personal protective equipment such as facemasks (for respiratory protection) and/or gloves. 

Physical Demands

• While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for an extended period of time and to use hands to handle/feel objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, to taste or smell, to climb or balance, to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment at Will

• Nothing in this job description alters the at-will nature of the employment relationship in any way.

• Either the employee or WSCAT may terminate employment at any time with or without notice or cause.