Industry Exposer & Internship
Career Development at Madras Institute of Fashion Technology Industry Exposure & Internship Programs in Fashion & Interior Design (Chennai). At Madras Institute of Fashion Technology, internships are designed as a career-launching platform rather than just an academic requirement. Students enrolled in Fashion Design and Interior Design courses in Chennai gain practical industry experience through structured internships across India, with up to 98% placement opportunities enabling strong career outcomes.
MFT collaborates with:
- Exposure to top fashion brands and design houses such as Aditya Birla, Zara, Reliance Retail, Ambattur Clothing, Raymond, Aravind Mills, Tata Group, Landmark Group, Rover Co, Adore Inspire Me, Sabyasachi, etc.
- Established garment manufacturers
- Professional interior design studios
- Premium retail showrooms
During internships, students actively work on:
- Concept development and design sketching
- Pattern making and garment construction
- Fabric sourcing and material selection
- Space planning and interior execution
- Visual merchandising and retail display design
With industry mentorship and portfolio reviews, students graduate with real project experience. Many internships lead to pre-placement offers, strong industry references and full-time career opportunities.
Industry Connect through the Retailers Association of India (RAI)
As an academic member of the Retailers Association of India, MFT ensures students stay connected with India’s evolving retail and design ecosystem.
Through exclusive access to:
- Industry seminars and expert-led webinars
- Retail and fashion trend discussions
- Consumer behaviour insights
- Visual merchandising strategies
Students gain a deep understanding of market demands, helping them
align their creativity with real-world business needs.
RAI collaboration also provides:
- Access to industry reports
- Networking opportunities with professionals
- Updates on placements and career trends
Industrial Visits, Live Projects & Design Events
MFT bridges classroom learning with practical exposure through regular industrial visits across Tamil Nadu and India.
Students explore:
- Hands-on experience working with fashion models to develop styling, look creation, photoshoot & fashion show coordination and professional presentation skills.
- Textile mills and fabric production units
- Garment manufacturing facilities
- Furniture and interior product workshops
- High-end retail stores and design showrooms
- National and international design exhibitions
- Trade fairs and retail expos
- Live industry projects and case studies
This exposure helps students understand:
- Production processes
- Material innovation
- Retail environments
- Real client expectations
Faculty & Industry Expert Collaboration
MFT’s academic approach is strengthened by continuous interaction with:
- Professional fashion designers
- Experienced interior architects
- Retail and merchandising experts
These professionals conduct:
- Workshops and masterclasses
- Short-term certification programs
- Industry-driven student projects
With faculty continuously updated through active industry collaboration, MFT ensures every subject aligns with current job market demands—positioning it as a preferred choice for students pursuing fashion and interior design courses in Chennai with strong placement opportunities.
Training & Placement
At MFT, every student is prepared to launch a successful professional career immediately after completing their diploma and graduation. The dedicated Training and Placement Division (MFT TRAPLAD) actively works to build strong industry connections, placement opportunities and career development support. Students receive on-the-job training (OJT) after completing their academic modules, ensuring practical exposure and industry readiness for final placements. MFT views placements as a collaborative effort between the institute and students, nurturing skilled, confident and industry-ready fashion designers, interior designers, and merchandisers.
The MFT Industry Linkage Unit (MFT ILU) further strengthens career opportunities by facilitating on-campus placements with leading national and international companies. Each year, top recruiters from diverse sectors participate in campus drives, offering roles across fashion, textile, retail and interior design industries.
Recruiters include organizations from:
- Fashion retail & large retail brands
- Brand marketing & fashion marketing companies
- Apparel manufacturers & export houses
- Textile mills & textile manufacturing companies
- Interior design consultancies & home furnishing brands
- E-commerce & e-retail companies
- Design BPOs & creative agencies
- Technology and CAD solution providers
With a growing network of global fashion houses, international design studios and leading retail brands, MFT ensures strong placement support, career opportunities and industry exposure for every student.
