Hospitality Intern - Business Operations

Hospitality Business Operations & Sampling Intern 

About Schumacher 

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of Schumacher North America, which is the largest division of the company.

Role Overview

Schumacher & Co., America’s leading name for manufacturing and distributing fabric, wall covering, floorcovering and furnishings is seeking a summer intern for the Schumacher Hospitality brand.

This New York City-based intern will help with efforts to continue to grow Schumacher’s strong brand position within the growing Hospitality and Contract sectors. The position will engage in responsibilities that fall under sampling efforts, sales and marketing initiatives, and order processing of Schumacher products.

A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are woven into everything we do. Our mission is to elevate hospitality settings through great design, to be a style leader within the design community, and to create a beautiful product, always.

Schedule  

Hours: 30-40 hours per week 

Job Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Design Consultant and Project Manager teams to support clients.
• Process memo orders and project shops for the Hospitality team.
• Cut and label custom Hospitality fabrics and wallcoverings for designer approval.
• Collaborate with the Project Management team to execute key initiatives and tasks for the department's growth.
• Assist with operations and logistical tasks as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university or hold a bachelor's degree and have a competitive GPA.
• A successful multi-tasker who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be both collaborative and self-sufficient to meet and exceed needs of business.
• A great interest (passion preferred) for interior design and creative
• Knowledgeable and/or interested in textiles and wallcoverings and hospitality markets.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and
• Quick comprehension of online software &
• A self-motivated, proactive, fearless and positive
• Eager to be a team player and learn along the way

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.