Design Operations Intern

David Yurman•New York, NY

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Operations Intern will support the Women’s Design team with daily operational activities, including design documentation, system maintenance, presentation preparation, meeting coordination, and organizational tasks. The role provides hands-on exposure to the jewelry design and product development process while supporting the accuracy, organization, and efficiency of Design Operations workflows and seasonal initiatives. This is part of David Yurman’s paid, nine-week Summer 2027 Internship Program in New York City, designed for students and emerging professionals interested in the luxury jewelry industry. Interns work closely with expert teams and have access to networking events, mentorship, and industry insights. The program runs June 7 through August 6, 2027. The position is hybrid in New York, NY, and the estimated pay is $25 per hour.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow direction, and adapt to changing priorities.
Interest in jewelry design, luxury goods, and the product development process.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced creative environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Responsibilities

Maintain Design Line Plans (DLPs), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) records, and operational trackers, keeping information accurate and up to date.
Support PLM administration, including image uploads, style updates, data entry, and general system maintenance.
Help prepare seasonal presentations, design decks, visual communication materials, and supporting design assets using Adobe Creative Suite.
Assist with Design team meeting scheduling, agenda preparation, meeting materials, note-taking, and action-item documentation.
Help prepare milestone reviews, turnover meetings, Blue Sky reviews, and other seasonal Design meetings.
Organize and maintain digital archives, render libraries, shared team files, and physical presentation boards.
Support assortment documentation, reporting preparation, and tracking seasonal Design activities.
Assist with day-to-day organizational needs, special projects, and administrative tasks for the broader Women’s Design team.