Jewelry Internship

Job Title: Jewelry Intern
Branch Level: Internship

FTE: 32 hours
Reports to: Reina Estimo

Position Summary

The Jewelry Intern will assist in various aspects of jewelry design, production, and business operations. Jewelry Interns will learn how to create several different types of hand crafted beaded jewelry. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about jewelry design, craftsmanship, and the fashion industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Helping with material selection. 

• Preparing and assembling jewelry pieces under supervision. 

• Researching current jewelry trends and competitor designs.

• Sourcing inspiration for new collections. 

• Creating content for social media (photos, videos, and captions).

• Assisting with product photography and editing.

Work Location: Wyam Youth Center, 1230 Warm Springs Street

Required Certifications/Licenses

• N/A

Other Skills

Previous Experience creating jewelry is preferred

Standards and Expectations

• Facilitate a professional environment for our clients and staff through appropriate and professional communication with all visitors; maintain professional boundaries at all times

• Always conduct oneself appropriately and professionally and safely at all times

• Demonstrate respect and sensitivity for cultural differences

• Function as a role model for other staff; exhibit confidence in self and in others

• Proactively identify problems, troubleshoot, and problem solve in one-on-one and group settings

• Demonstrate a clear commitment to good communication, including giving and asking for feedback

• Commitment to working on a team, and to assisting other team members if their workloads become excessive 

• Strong desire to serve the community in support of WSCAT mission

Work Environment

• Possible exposure to airborne pathogens (e.g., COVID-19). May be required to wear personal protective equipment such as facemasks (for respiratory protection) and/or gloves. 

Physical Demands

• While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for an extended period of time and to use hands to handle/feel objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, to taste or smell, to climb or balance, to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment at Will

• Nothing in this job description alters the at-will nature of the employment relationship in any way.

• Either the employee or WSCAT may terminate employment at any time with or without notice or cause.