ISU FDM alum, Todd Snyder, has been highly successful throughout his career in the fashion industry. In past years, he has been nominated for Fashion’s top award – Best menswear designer – by the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America). Each year, two $5000 scholarships are sponsored by Todd Snyder in memory of Professors Ruth Glock and academic advisor, Ann Thye, who passed away in 2011 and 2024, respectively. Both Ruth and Ann played a significant role in supporting Todd Snyder’s career and in fostering strong relationships and internship opportunities with his company. The scholarship is awarded annually to one selected merchandising and one design student who complete a summer internship with the Todd Snyder team at the company’s New York City studio. The interns will also be working with other ISU AMD alums, Cole Kersey, Blaze Best, and Ricardo Field who each interned in the past with Todd and are now designers for his label. Clearly, this internship can be a great springboard to a career position.

In 2015, Todd signed an agreement with American Eagle for $11 million, and the good news is that American Eagle also supports this as a full-time paid internship on site in New York City. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, interns receive a $2,500 gross signing bonus to assist with relocation expenses. They also earn a base salary of $20.00 per hour, based on a standard 40-hour workweek. Todd Snyder has a beautiful flagship store in the Flat Iron District of NYC, a second summer shop in The Hamptons, and a 3rd shop in NYC called Todd Snyder at The Liquor Store. What an exciting time to be a part of the Todd Snyder team! Learn more about the brand at www.toddsnyder.com.

Qualifications

  • Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above.
  • Only open to junior and senior students. During the selection process, when the quality of the works is comparable, priority will be given to students who have not completed AESHM 4700 – Supervised Professional Internship: Apparel。

Submission Requirements

Due Date: Monday, December 1 by 10:00p.m.

For Creative/Technical Design and Product Development entries please submit the following application package (saved as one PDF file).

Menswear Focus

  1. Market Analysis – Identify and describe the Todd Snyder target customer, focusing on persona, lifestyle, and purchasing behavior.
  2. Mood Board – Create a fashion mood board that highlights your design inspiration, including key color themes and overall aesthetic direction. Using Panton TCX.
  3. Trend Forecasting – Provide a trend forecast for fall/winter of next year, identifying relevant styles, fabrics, colors, and cultural influences.
  4. Fashion Illustrations – Submit at least five fully rendered ensembles fashion illustrations showcasing your proposed looks.
  5. Technical Sketches – Provide front and back technical sketches created by Adobe Illustrator for each ensemble, including detailed views of garment construction.
  6. Fabric Selection – Present a curated fabric selection with swatches, specifying fiber content, weight, fabrication construction, and intended use for each design. Fabric choices should list fabric weight (in ounces), fiber content, and fabrication.
  7. Cover Letter – One page, highlighting your interest in the internship and scholarship opportunity.
  8. Resume – Current and professional.
  9. Web-Based Portfolio Link – A digital portfolio that demonstrates your design work and creative range.
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For Merchandising and Retail Analytics and Fashion Communications entries please submit the following.

The fashion industry thrives on partnerships that drive growth, spark creativity, and create cultural impact. From capsule collections to cross-industry collaborations, co-branded initiatives allow brands to reach new audiences and redefine what style can mean. Todd Snyder has consistently shown how thoughtful partnerships—from heritage brands to global icons—can elevate modern menswear.

This year, we challenge applicants to explore the role of collaboration in shaping the future of fashion through the lens of Todd Snyder’s brand.

Case Analysis & Excel File

  • Observe Todd Snyder’s collaborations (past or ongoing). Examples may include partnerships with heritage brands, sportswear companies, or creative personalities.
  • Identify at least two Todd Snyder collaborations. Create an Excel file that documents and analyzes Todd Snyder, the identified partnering brands, and the two Todd Snyder collaborations, focusing on their positioning, target market, product assortment, and retail/marketing strategies. Include images (garments, campaigns, full looks, etc.), along with key data and KPIs a merchant or brand strategist would track (e.g., category, price point, distribution channel, engagement metrics, or SKU-level details if available).
  • Use formatting that is clear, organized, and easily interpretable by industry professionals.

Collaboration Strategy Statement (1–2 pages)

  1. Write a statement analyzing how collaboration can serve as a growth strategy for Todd Snyder in today’s fashion landscape.

Consider questions such as:

  • What makes a successful brand partnership?
  • How can collaborations enhance consumer engagement and loyalty?
  • How can collaborations support sustainable fashion—through upcycling, circular models, or partnerships with eco-innovation firms?
  • What future opportunities exist for Todd Snyder to co-create or partner with other brands, industries, or cultural movements?
  • What factors should Todd Snyder evaluate to ensure that the partnership creates value for both companies and their customers?
  • Conclude with how this aligns with your own career aspirations in merchandising, retail analytics, or fashion communications.
  • What unique perspective or skill set would you bring to designing innovative collaboration strategies for a brand like Todd Snyder?

Materials to submit:

  • Along with the Excel file and Collaboration Strategy Statement, submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to your web-based portfolio (if available).
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