Intern - Creation

Role summary

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The Intern – Creation role at MAS Holdings is likely suited to an undergraduate or recent graduate interested in apparel product development, design, textiles, or fashion technology. Typical requirements include relevant academic qualifications, good computer skills, attention to detail, creativity, communication ability, and confidence working with teams. The candidate may assist with developing product concepts, preparing presentations or technical information, coordinating samples, researching fabrics and trims, and supporting improvements to existing products. The role is expected to involve close collaboration with designers, product developers, manufacturing teams, and customers. Candidates should be organized, adaptable, willing to learn, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and able to meet deadlines while maintaining quality and confidentiality.

About the employer

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s largest apparel and textile manufacturers, headquartered in Sri Lanka. The group supplies innovative clothing and intimate apparel to leading international brands and retailers. Its operations span design, product development, manufacturing, technology, and supply-chain services across several countries. MAS is known for combining advanced manufacturing with sustainability, ethical employment practices, and investment in employee development. The company works with global fashion, sportswear, and lifestyle brands and has built specialist businesses focused on areas such as lingerie, activewear, wearable technology, and performance apparel. Its workplace culture generally emphasizes collaboration, creativity, continuous improvement, and responsible business. An internship with MAS can provide practical exposure to international apparel development, factory operations, cross-functional teamwork, and the commercial requirements of the global fashion industry.

Working in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel and textiles, IT, engineering, tourism, finance, logistics, healthcare, and business services. Colombo and nearby industrial zones have the largest concentration of professional and internship roles, while Kandy, Galle, and other regional cities offer growing opportunities. Sri Lankan culture is welcoming and diverse, blending Sinhala, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial influences. Life is relatively affordable, with tropical weather, beaches, mountains, wildlife, and strong local food traditions. English is widely used in business, although Sinhala or Tamil is valuable for daily life. Foreign interns and employees normally need an appropriate employment, residence, or internship visa arranged with the sponsoring organization; tourist visas generally do not permit employment. Relocating candidates should confirm sponsorship, accommodation, transport, insurance, taxation, and working-hour requirements before arrival. Colombo provides the broadest access to international services, while commuting can be slow during peak hours.