Product Development Internship

About Twelve
Twelve designs and builds the world’s most inspiring merchandise and packaging for the world’s most coveted brands. Applying our uniquely tested end-to-end methodology, we seamlessly integrate our expert teams and global supply chain to turn wild dreams into high-return realities. Our difference lies in our approach to partnership and our commitment to social responsibility—proudly B-Corp certified and working exclusively with vetted and approved partners.

Position Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Product Development Intern to join our London-based team.

This role will support the Development team across a broad range of activities, including trend research, administrative support, and coordination with clients and suppliers. It’s a great opportunity for someone who is curious, organised and proactive, with a genuine interest in design, fashion, beauty, lifestyle and consumer trends.

This is a hands-on internship offering exposure across a wide range of product development activities. You will support the team across multiple projects, gaining insight into the full development lifecycle from concept through to production.

Key Responsibilities 

Development & Factory Collaboration

Support the development team with project briefs and day-to-day communication with factory partners across Asia and Europe

Assist in coordinating between creative teams and suppliers to support the development of product and packaging concepts

Help ensure all communication is clear, accurate and detail-oriented to support smooth sample development

Review samples alongside the development team, checking details prior to client submission

Contribute to timelines and costing documents, with guidance from the team

Problem Solving

Take a proactive, solutions-focused approach when supporting the team with day-to-day challenges

Assist in resolving issues in collaboration with the development team, helping to keep projects on track

Apply creative and practical thinking to support ongoing project needs

Trend & Market Research

Support research into cultural, fashion and consumer trends across digital platforms, social media and industry publications

Carry out competitor shopping when required, sharing findings and imagery with the wider team

Assist in researching new brands and innovations based on project needs

Sales & Development Collaboration

Support the Sales and development team with samples and creative materials for client meetings and presentations

Work closely with the Product Development team to help align creative concepts with commercial objectives

Administrative & Team Support

Assist with organising samples, creative archives and digital files to support efficient team workflows

Provide general day-to-day support across a variety of projects and tasks

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled degree program in Product Development, Marketing or Business

Genuine passion for trends, design, and broader consumer engagement patterns

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Strong sense of ownership with a proactive approach to problem-solving and follow-through

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, international environment

Twelve Inc. is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. It is the policy of the Company to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, disability, or handicap, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.