Internship Design Showroom

Riverhead Building Supply Corp.•Riverhead, NY

1d•$18 - $21

About The Position

This internship is designed to help you explore career opportunities at RBS while gaining hands-on experience and developing valuable professional skills. You will gain exposure to showroom operations, customer service, and product knowledge, sample libraries, vendor relationships, and industry processes. You will also learn about leading manufacturers of cabinetry, hardware, appliances, countertops, moldings, and millwork, and work with experienced mentors and professionals who will support your growth. The role involves learning design and sales processes, including order entry and CRM documentation, and building relationships with homeowners, architects, builders, contractors, and trade professionals. More than an internship, this is an opportunity to learn, grow, and discover where your career path at RBS can take you. Whether your interests lead you to design, sales, operations, or leadership, you'll gain valuable experience to help shape your future. This role is part-time, full-time, or seasonal. Are you passionate about design, home improvement, and helping people bring their ideas to life? Looking for a place where you can gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and build a career -not just find a job? Riverhead Building Supply is a leading building materials company with over 800 team members across Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. We are looking for an enthusiastic Internship Design Showroom Assistant to join our team and grow with us. As a Design Showroom Assistant Intern at RBS, you will have amazing people to work with that help you succeed. Work/life balance with a culture of kindness and respect. Company-hosted family events. Rewarding careers with supportive management. Participation in philanthropic activities in the community. Professional Development | On-site & virtual training. Stability from our long history of success and growth. Superior benefits including 401K, Med/Dent/Rx, LTD, Life, Ancillary benefits, Flex Spending, discounts & more. The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder!

Requirements

A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
A customer-focused mindset and professional demeanor
Someone who is proactive, dependable, and enjoys problem-solving
Interest in design, construction, or building a long-term career with RBS

Nice To Haves

20/20 Design or CAD experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist customers in exploring products and design solutions
Support showroom operations and displays
Learn about cabinetry, kitchens, baths, and home design trends
Help create an exceptional customer experience
Work alongside experienced team members who will mentor and guide you
Gain real-world experience in design, sales, and customer service
Learn from industry professionals who are invested in your success
Develop valuable skills that can help launch your career
Explore opportunities for growth and advancement within our company
Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your ideas matter
Gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment
Work with customers
Develop valuable design and business skills
Learn design and sales processes, including order entry and CRM documentation
Build relationships with homeowners, architects, builders, contractors, and trade professionals