Competition Details
Dear Professors and Heads of the Department of Textiles,
Supporting the growth of future industry leaders is central to the International Textile Alliance’s mission. Our member companies are committed to attracting new talent and fostering the development of students pursuing textile studies worldwide. We are pleased to share with you upcoming opportunities offered by the ITA’s Educational Foundation:
In order of deadline:
Spoonflower Weekly Design Challenge (Deadline: Weekly Challenges)
Spoonflower’s Weekly Design Challenges encourage creativity by inviting our community to submit designs around fun themes and vote on favorites to win prizes.
Virginia Jackson Design Competition (Deadline: March 26, 2026)
Established in 1995, the VJDC recognizes the most talented students in the field of textile design and creates a vehicle to bring new talent into the industry.
Cover Competition (Deadline: April 23, 2026)
Students submit a print, dobby or jacquard fabric design for potential feature on the Spring Edition Interwoven Textile Fair show guide cover.
Internship Opportunities (No Deadline: First-come, first-served)
Designed to provide students with first-hand exposure to a range of industry-related careers by connecting students with member companies.