Women's Design Intern- High Jewelry
About The Position
The David Yurman Summer 2027 Internship Program is a paid, nine-week immersive experience in New York City for students and emerging professionals interested in the luxury jewelry industry. Interns work with expert teams and gain hands-on experience in jewelry craftsmanship, luxury branding, and brand operations, with access to networking events, mentorship, and industry insights. The High Jewelry Design Intern supports the Women’s High Jewelry Design team through the creative development process, including gemstone management and design development. The role assists with gemstone sourcing, organization, and quality coordination while collaborating with cross-functional teams on new design initiatives and ongoing projects. The intern gains exposure to the High Jewelry design process from initial concept exploration through product development and execution. The position is onsite in New York, NY, five days per week, and runs from June 7 through August 6, 2027. The estimated pay is $25 per hour.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Jewelry Design or a closely related field.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Microsoft Excel.
- Proactive, self-motivated, eager to learn, collaborative, and willing to take initiative.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Oversee gemstone management, ensuring stones undergo quality inspections, necessary polishing, and certification in line with project timelines and turnover deadlines.
- Organize, maintain, and update the Gemstone Library and High Jewelry Lookbook, ensuring accurate documentation and accessible reference materials.
- Coordinate gemstone sourcing and procurement for upcoming designs, managing orders to ensure timely availability and alignment with development schedules.
- Collaborate with the Shop and CAD teams on exploratory design initiatives by providing technical references, supporting design development, and facilitating execution of future collection styles.
- Create digital mockups, Photoshop renderings, and visual presentations to support design reviews, cross-functional discussions, and timely approvals.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and perks.
- Weekly learning, social, and networking events.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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