- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- $20/hour
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
About Tapestry
Tapestry is a New York–based house of modern luxury, uniting the distinctive worlds of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. As an employer, the group offers the scale and sophistication of a global fashion leader while preserving the creative spirit and heritage of its iconic brands. Tapestry cultivates an inclusive, purpose-driven culture where design, craftsmanship, digital innovation, and commercial excellence intersect. Its teams are encouraged to think boldly, grow continuously, and contribute to a more responsible future for fashion, making Tapestry a compelling environment for talent seeking impact, creativity, and international opportunity.
Tapestry’s 10-week Summer 2027 ESG and Sustainability Internship runs June 1–August 6, 2027, in New York City’s Hudson Yards, with a hybrid schedule of Tuesday–Thursday in office, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. The intern will support apparel trend research, corporate reporting and carbon accounting, progress tracking, and sustainable fiber and traceability initiatives. Compensation is $20 per hour plus overtime; visa sponsorship is not offered.
Role & Responsibilities
- Research and benchmark external industry and global apparel trends, conduct competitive analysis to identify white-space opportunities, and make recommendations.
- Assist with annual corporate reporting, including GRI, SASB and TCFD reporting, and carbon accounting.
- Coordinate and track updates on the 2026 Goals and team project plans.
- Support internal teams in adopting more sustainable fibers and advancing traceability initiatives.
Qualifications
- Interest in sustainability or corporate responsibility, ESG, apparel and fashion, business, and/or supply chain management.
- Excellent grasp of sustainability, environmental and climate-related concepts and issues, including energy and climate strategy best practices.
- Knowledge of, or experience with, GHG accounting, CDP, GRI, SASB and TCFD.
- Strong research, analytical and writing skills, with clear verbal and written communication.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize data and information and offer recommendations and solutions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships with local and offshore teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential company materials.
- Initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
- Agile, solutions-oriented mindset and openness to trying new, innovative approaches.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel, data management and data visualization.
Skills
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 20 per hour.
Benefits
Product discounts, meal stipend, intern educational and social events, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance and tuition assistance.
Culture
Tapestry fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, craftsmanship, and consumer insight come together across its portfolio of iconic fashion and lifestyle brands. As an employer, it encourages entrepreneurial thinking, global perspective, and continuous growth, empowering teams to shape meaningful brand experiences while contributing to a culture of innovation and belonging.
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