Women's Design, Design Projects Intern

Location: New York, NY

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 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at 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 Summer 2027 Internship

The David Yurman Internship Program in New York City is a paid 9-week immersive experience designed for students and emerging professionals passionate about the luxury jewelry industry. This exclusive program offers interns the opportunity to work closely with expert teams across various departments. Interns will gain hands-on experience in crafting exquisite jewelry, understanding the intricacies of luxury branding, and learning the operational aspects of a world-renowned brand. Set in the heart of NYC, interns will also have access to networking events, mentorship, and industry insights that foster professional growth in the competitive luxury market.

Program Dates

June 7 – August 6, 2027

Title

Women’s Design, Design Projects Intern

Reporting Into

Manager Women’s Design

Overview

The Women’s Design Intern supports the Design Projects team through the design development process, gaining firsthand experience from concept through production. This role assists with CAD and Shop submissions, layout and color proposals, pricing requests, and other avenues that support seasonal development. The intern will also gain exposure to cross-functional partners and the processes required to prepare styles for Market and Production.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with Design Development through CAD and Shop submissions, layout and color proposals, and pricing requests.

Support the Design team in preparing styles for T/O, Market, and Product Development.

Develop knowledge of the Design Development process from Concept through Production through hands-on collaboration with cross-functional partners.

Create and update layouts and colorways in Photoshop to support product development.

Partner with the team on additional operational and development needs as assigned.

Scope & Decision-Making

Support ongoing Design Development responsibilities under the direction of the Design Projects team.

Execute assigned development and operational tasks accurately and within established timelines.

Collaborate with Design and cross-functional partners to support the progression of styles from Concept through Production.

Build working knowledge of the processes, systems, and tools used throughout design development.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Jewelry Design, Design, or a related field; Product Development with a background in Design or Jewelry Design is also preferred.

Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.

Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

Interest in jewelry design and the product development process preferred.

Success in This Role

Accurately and efficiently supports assigned Design Development responsibilities

Develops a strong understanding of the Design Development process from Concept through Production.

Builds effective working relationships with Design and cross-functional partners.

Demonstrates increasing confidence, initiative, and proficiency in assigned responsibilities.

Work location

New York, NY (hybrid)

The Company Offers Its Interns Competitive Compensation and Perks

The estimated pay range for this role is $25/hour

Weekly learning, social & networking events

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at David Yurman

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).