About the role#
The Key Account Product Development Intern supports our sample workflow and the product development cycle for our major customer accounts. This is a hands-on position focused on product lifecycle management, international supply chain communication, and customer presentation development. This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Austin, Texas, running from January 2027 through April 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage end-to-end swatch logistics, including packing, unpacking, and coordinating shipments to retail customers and overseas offices.
- Maintain accurate tracking logs for swatches and warehouse samples using Excel and internal systems.
- Keep the swatch room organized, labeled, and clean, while conducting periodic audits to maintain efficiency.
- Proactively pull swatches for internal and client design reviews and assist with room resets after meetings.
- Create polished product pitch presentations for Key Account meetings using Microsoft PowerPoint and our proprietary software, Portfolio.
- Assist with sample pull requests and coordinate reviews.
- Uphold company core values and contribute to the team.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
- Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel.
- A willingness to learn our proprietary presentation software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with international teams.
- A positive, eager-to-learn attitude and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Winter/Spring 2027 (January through April).
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Four Hands
Four Hands is a designer and wholesaler of furniture and home decor. Founded in 1996 in Austin, Texas, the company supplies retail chains, independent stores, and interior designers. It maintains international offices across Asia and Mexico alongside showrooms in the United States. The company employs over 700 people and manages a catalog of 6,000 products.
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