Design Studio Intern

F.-Schumacher-; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Schumacher & Co. is a leading interior design company seeking a Textile Design Intern. You will support the design studio creatively and organizationally, gaining experience in textile and wallcovering design and production.

The role favors someone with a background in textiles, interiors, or design history, along with color and pattern sensibility. Start date Sept 1, 2026, seasonal Fall internship, 2 days/week with potential for 3.

Qualifications

• BFA in Textile Design or related field is required.
• Enthusiasm for textiles, interior design, design and art history, and continuous learning.
• Some experience with Photoshop (ideally textile specific) or other textile software is a plus.
• Strong hand drawing and hand painting ability.
• Familiarity with pattern repeats and layouts appropriate for textiles.
• Some understanding of general printing and weaving techniques.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and thorough.
• Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks in a highly productive environment, and work efficiently under pressure.
• Confidence and clarity in communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the design team’s development process by assisting with color swatches, organizing boards, and preparing/mailing packages.
• Work on simple layouts and artwork for prints and wovens.
• Assist with organization for production approvals.
• Manage and prioritize projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist with preparation for internal meetings and presentations.

Skills

BFA in Textile Design

Textile design enthusiasm

Photoshop experience

Hand drawing

Pattern repeats knowledge

Printing & weaving basics

Detail orientation

Self-management

Clear communication

Education

BFA in Textile Design or related field

Tools

Photoshop

Job description

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

• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage

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.

Job Summary: As an intern in the Schumacher Design studio, you will support the Schumacher design teams both creatively and organizationally and gain experience with aspects of textile and wallcovering design and production. This role is a unique opportunity to learn and grow as a designer and ideal for someone with a background and interest in textile design, a passion for interiors and design history, and a strong sense of color and pattern. The role requires a balance of creative drive paired with a curiosity for technical problem-solving, a positive and proactive mindset, and a “no task is too small” attitude.

Qualifications:

• BFA in Textile Design or related field
• Enthusiasm for textiles, interior design, design and art history, and continuous learning
• Some experience with Photoshop (ideally textile specific) or other textile software a plus
• Strong hand drawing and hand painting ability
• Familiarity with pattern repeats and layouts appropriate for textiles
• Some understanding of general printing and weaving techniques
• Detail-oriented, organized, and thorough
• Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks in a highly productive environment, and work efficiently under pressure
• Confidence and clarity in communication

Responsibilities:

• Support the design team’s development process by assisting with tasks like finding color swatches, organizing collection boards, preparing and sending out packages, organizing mill samples, and other general studio support
• Work on simple layouts and artwork for prints and wovens
• Assist with organization for production approvals
• Manage and prioritize projects independently in a fast-paced environment
• Assist with preparation for internal meetings and presentations
• Start date: 1 st September 2026. Internship is seasonal, for Fall 2026 period.
• Role is for 2 days a week, with the potential for a 3 rd

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.

Salary Range

$18 - $20 USD