Market Research Intern

Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and insightful Fashion Intern to undertake comprehensive market research to shape the foundation and strategy of our forthcoming Fashion Accelerator. This role is ideal for someone passionate about the intersection of fashion, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct in-depth market research to identify target fashion start-ups and criteria for selection.

- Assess the needs of potential FA participants and align them with what the FA can offer, ensuring it becomes instrumental in their success.

- Determine which FA features are most preferred by start-ups and mentors.

- Explore potential revenue sources for the FA, including the feasibility and implications of charging start-ups to ensure their commitment.

- Identify and list potential mentors, understanding their needs and incentives to participate, and develop compelling write-ups to attract them.

- Assess requirements for prototyping facilities within the FA.

- Engage with companies for supporting a testing lab, understanding "What's In It For Me" (WIIFM) for them.

- Evaluate the interest in participation in Paris Fashion Week (PFW), Milan Fashion Week (MFW), and the attractiveness of a Paris School of Luxury diploma, including costs and preferred modules.

- Identify key partners (e.g., fabric suppliers, embroiderers) necessary for start-up success.

- Research potential investors in FA start-ups and strategies to attract them.

- Define criteria and selection process for demo day judges and desired outcomes.

- Strategize on positioning FA as the UAE’s premium curator of fashion start-ups.

- Analyze top accelerators in the UAE and their successful features.

Qualifications:

- Current student or recent graduate in Fashion, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

- Strong interest in fashion, entrepreneurship, and start-up ecosystems.

- Excellent research, analytical, and presentation skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

- Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Additional languages are a plus.