Brand Creative Intern

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

Design Intern - Brand Creative Team

Reporting Into:

Senior Designer - Brand Creative

The Design Intern - Brand Creative Team supports the Brand Creative team in the development and execution of seasonal campaigns and brand projects. Working closely with the Senior and Junior Designers, this role assists with creative research, presentation development, asset organization, and day-to-day design tasks across a variety of projects.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a strong visual sensibility, an interest in fashion and luxury, and an eagerness to gain hands-on experience within a collaborative creative environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the Senior and Junior Designers with day-to-day creative and production needs across Brand Campaign projects.
• Conduct visual research and source inspiration, competitive references, photography, and design imagery to support creative exploration and campaign development.
• Assist in building, organizing, and refining presentation decks for internal creative reviews, concept presentations, and team meetings.
• Support the creation of design layouts, image compositions, and basic mockups for print, retail, mailers, events, and other brand materials.
• Organize and maintain creative assets, image libraries, reference materials, and working files to ensure accessibility and consistency.
• Assist with scanning, digitizing, and organizing physical creative materials, artwork, and references.
• Support image selection and preparation, including basic cropping, resizing, formatting, and light Photoshop adjustments.
• Assist with updating existing design templates, presentation layouts, and production files under the guidance of the design team.
• Explore AI tools for visual research, image exploration, and early-stage concept visualization as needed.
• Provide general creative and administrative support to help keep projects organized and moving forward.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with Keynote and/or PowerPoint.
• Strong visual sensibility with an interest in typography, layout, photography, fashion, art, and luxury brands.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow creative direction, and work collaboratively with a team.
• Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn.
• Interest in emerging creative technologies and AI tools is a plus.
• Basic photo retouching, image editing, or print production knowledge is a plus.
• Portfolio Required

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).