Store Design Intern (Remote)
Signet Jewelers
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February 10, 2023
Signet Jewelers
Akron, OH
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Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox and JamesAllen.com. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!
This position is accountable for supporting all special projects and new concepts for all our North American Store Banners. Projects include the development and maintenance of AutoCAD drawings and creation of new Design Concepts. Accountable for creation of project timelines and budgets as well as pulling all required information to satisfy requirements for either Real Estate Committee (REC) or capital committee approval. Main liaison to the banner and other departments as well as outside contractors and vendors.
Responsibilities:
Project aid on all Special Projects/design initiatives/new concepts for all North American Banners including but not limited to Merchandising driven initiatives, Banner driven initiatives, Innovation Team driven initiatives. This position will act as the main liaison for communication to multiple departments to ensure project stays on scope, timeline and budget. Accountable to coordinate with architects, external design firms, engineers, general contractor’s, sub-contractors, and furniture vendors to assure design intent, standards are met
Review prototype drawings to ensure the design intent meets the construction drawings
Design liaison for all banners, meet regularly to ensure expectations are being delivered in the execution of the design and construction documents
Provide design assistance to the purchasing & repair teams when specifications are needed for repairs or replacement
Support the design process for multiple projects to ensure Architect of Record are maintaining required delivery dates. Provide Architect of Record with scope of work, design criteria and contact information for each project. Review preliminary construction documents and provide feedback to Architect of Record to insure plans maintain the brand standards
Performs additional duties and projects as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or similar field
Anticipated graduation range between December 2023 – December 2024
Previous experience with project management
Proficient in Auto Cad and Microsoft Office
Experience with Photoshop, InDesign and SketchUp
Must be able to provide portfolio or work examples prior to the interview process
Work Environment:
Remote: open to all candidates regardless of location
Part-time hours (20/week) at 6-12 months based on assignments
The salary range for this opportunity is $18.00-$19.50/hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.
Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of all levels of employees. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.
Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox and JamesAllen.com. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!
This position is accountable for supporting all special projects and new concepts for all our North American Store Banners. Projects include the development and maintenance of AutoCAD drawings and creation of new Design Concepts. Accountable for creation of project timelines and budgets as well as pulling all required information to satisfy requirements for either Real Estate Committee (REC) or capital committee approval. Main liaison to the banner and other departments as well as outside contractors and vendors.
Responsibilities:
Project aid on all Special Projects/design initiatives/new concepts for all North American Banners including but not limited to Merchandising driven initiatives, Banner driven initiatives, Innovation Team driven initiatives. This position will act as the main liaison for communication to multiple departments to ensure project stays on scope, timeline and budget. Accountable to coordinate with architects, external design firms, engineers, general contractor’s, sub-contractors, and furniture vendors to assure design intent, standards are met
Review prototype drawings to ensure the design intent meets the construction drawings
Design liaison for all banners, meet regularly to ensure expectations are being delivered in the execution of the design and construction documents
Provide design assistance to the purchasing & repair teams when specifications are needed for repairs or replacement
Support the design process for multiple projects to ensure Architect of Record are maintaining required delivery dates. Provide Architect of Record with scope of work, design criteria and contact information for each project. Review preliminary construction documents and provide feedback to Architect of Record to insure plans maintain the brand standards
Performs additional duties and projects as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or similar field
Anticipated graduation range between December 2023 – December 2024
Previous experience with project management
Proficient in Auto Cad and Microsoft Office
Experience with Photoshop, InDesign and SketchUp
Must be able to provide portfolio or work examples prior to the interview process
Work Environment:
Remote: open to all candidates regardless of location
Part-time hours (20/week) at 6-12 months based on assignments
The salary range for this opportunity is $18.00-$19.50/hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.
Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of all levels of employees. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.
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