What are the responsibilities and job description for the Women's Design Intern, Concept position at David Yurman?
About Us
David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.
Our Values
At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.
Job Description
David Yurman Internship Program
The David Yurman Summer Internship Program is a paid, 10-week learning experience in which interns collaborate closely on company projects and initiatives in their respective professional areas of interest. Interns also work in teams throughout the summer to develop their capstone project, which is presented to our senior leadership team at the end of the summer.
At David Yurman, we are proud to foster a learning environment and provide interns with a robust learning and development program. Through professional and social events with internal and external guest speakers, interns have the opportunity to learn more about jewelry, luxury retail as well as develop their communication, presentation and leadership development skills.
Dates: June 8th, 2024- August 7th, 2024
Title- Women’s Concepts Design Intern
Reports to- Manager, Women Design- Concept
Overview
David Yurman is looking for a Design Intern to help support the Women’s Concept Development Team. The selected candidate should have outstanding interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach.
What You’ll Do
Must be currently enrolled in undergraduate studies in a related field with a 3.0 overall GPA minimum. Preferred for intern to be currently studying design or related field. Majoring /Minoring in jewelry design is a plus but not required.
Work location
New York, in person 5 days a week
The company offers its interns competitive compensation and perks:
As a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.
David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender).
David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.
Our Values
At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.
Job Description
David Yurman Internship Program
The David Yurman Summer Internship Program is a paid, 10-week learning experience in which interns collaborate closely on company projects and initiatives in their respective professional areas of interest. Interns also work in teams throughout the summer to develop their capstone project, which is presented to our senior leadership team at the end of the summer.
At David Yurman, we are proud to foster a learning environment and provide interns with a robust learning and development program. Through professional and social events with internal and external guest speakers, interns have the opportunity to learn more about jewelry, luxury retail as well as develop their communication, presentation and leadership development skills.
Dates: June 8th, 2024- August 7th, 2024
Title- Women’s Concepts Design Intern
Reports to- Manager, Women Design- Concept
Overview
David Yurman is looking for a Design Intern to help support the Women’s Concept Development Team. The selected candidate should have outstanding interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach.
What You’ll Do
- Supports team in execution of design projects from approved 2D design through 3D development·
- Assists in maintaining accurate line plans in PLM and manages product information in the system, including archiving·
- Partners with stones and purchasing departments to order materials needed for design process
- Supports the team keeping the workspace physically organized
- Manages sample photography.
- Assists in creation of spec sheets, technical drawings, and colorway edits·
- Assist in meeting prep for all design presentations.
- Prefer proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Photoshop, Illustrator.
- Experience in jewelry design and stones is preferred.
- Highly organized and self-motivated.
- Creative aesthetic in keeping with that of the David Yurman brand.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be currently enrolled in undergraduate studies in a related field with a 3.0 overall GPA minimum. Preferred for intern to be currently studying design or related field. Majoring /Minoring in jewelry design is a plus but not required.
Work location
New York, in person 5 days a week
The company offers its interns competitive compensation and perks:
- The estimated pay range for this role is $21/hour
- Weekly learning & social events
- Summer Fridays
As a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.
David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender).
Salary : $21