Women's Design Intern- High Jewelry

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, High Jewelry Intern

Reporting Into

Manager, Women’s High Jewelry Design

Overview

The High Jewelry Design Intern will support the Women's High Jewelry Design team throughout the creative development process, gaining hands-on experience in luxury jewelry design, gemstone management, and design development. This role will assist with gemstone sourcing, organization, and quality coordination, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support new design initiatives and ongoing projects. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and creatively driven, with a strong interest in fine jewelry craftsmanship and design. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the High Jewelry design process, from initial concept exploration through product development and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the gemstone management process, ensuring all stones undergo quality inspections, necessary polishing, and certification in alignment with project timelines and turnover deadlines.

Organize, maintain, and update the Gemstone Library and High Jewelry Lookbook to ensure accurate documentation and accessibility of reference materials.

Coordinate gemstone sourcing and procurement for upcoming designs, managing the ordering process to ensure timely availability and alignment with development schedules.

Collaborate with the Shop and CAD teams on exploratory design initiatives, providing technical references, supporting design development, and facilitating the execution of future collection styles.

Support daily design development needs by creating digital mockups, Photoshop renderings, and visual presentations to facilitate design reviews, cross-functional discussions, and timely approvals.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Jewelry Design or a closely related field.

Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Microsoft Excel.

Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn, with a collaborative mindset and willingness to take initiative.

Demonstrates an interest in high jewelry design, gemstones, and fine jewelry craftsmanship.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to evolving project needs, and work effectively in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Work location

New York, NY – Onsite, 5 days per week

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).