About the role#
The Design Operations Intern will support the Women’s Design team with daily operational activities. You will help maintain the accuracy and efficiency of key workflows, including design documentation, system maintenance, and meeting coordination. This role provides hands-on exposure to the product development process within the luxury jewelry industry.
What you'll do#
- Maintain Design Line Plans, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) records, and operational trackers.
- Support PLM administration through image uploads, style updates, data entry, and system maintenance.
- Prepare seasonal presentations, design decks, and visual communication materials using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Coordinate team meetings by handling scheduling, agendas, materials, note-taking, and documentation of action items.
- Assist with the preparation of milestone reviews, turnover meetings, and seasonal design sessions.
- Organize and maintain digital archives, render libraries, shared files, and physical presentation boards.
- Support assortment documentation, reporting, and general tracking of seasonal design activities.
- Assist with daily organizational needs and special projects for the Women’s Design team.
What you'll need#
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with a focus on detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow directions, and adapt to changing priorities.
- A genuine interest in jewelry design, luxury goods, and product development.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in New York, New York.
- The role operates on a hybrid schedule.
- This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
- The program runs from June 7, 2027, through August 6, 2027.
About David Yurman
David Yurman is a family-owned jewelry company based in New York. Founded in 1980 by artists David and Sybil Yurman, the brand focuses on jewelry design and craftsmanship. It operates 49 retail stores across the United States, Canada, and France. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and maintains a presence in over 350 locations worldwide.
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