Internship Design Showroom

Riverhead Building Supply; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world experience

Learning from industry professionals

Professional development – on-site & virtual training

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and life insurance

Flex Spending and discounts

Job summary

Riverhead Building Supply is seeking an enthusiastic Internship Design Showroom Assistant in Westerly, Rhode Island. This internship offers hands-on experience and valuable professional skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include assisting customers with products, supporting showroom operations, and learning design trends. Ideal candidates are proactive, customer-focused, and eager to develop their careers. Explore career growth opportunities with excellent benefits including 401(k) and professional development.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• A customer-focused mindset and professional demeanor.
• Someone who is proactive, dependable, and enjoys problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in exploring products and design solutions.
• Support showroom operations and displays.
• Learn about cabinetry, kitchens, baths, and home design trends.
• Help create an exceptional customer experience.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Customer-focused mindset

Experience with Microsoft Word

Experience with Excel

Interest in design and construction

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

20/20 Design or CAD

Job description

Design Showroom Intern

This internship is designed to help you explore career opportunities at RBS while gaining hands‑on experience and developing valuable professional skills.

Internship Design Showroom Assistant

Part Time, Full Time, or Seasonal

Riverhead Building Supply is a leading building materials company with over 800 team members across Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. We are looking for an enthusiastic Internship Design Showroom Assistant to join our team and grow with us.

Expected salary range: $18.00–$21.00 per hour (as required by RI transparency). Compensation will be based on experience and other factors allowed by law.

What You'll Do

• Assist customers in exploring products and design solutions
• Support showroom operations and displays
• Learn about cabinetry, kitchens, baths, and home design trends
• Help create an exceptional customer experience
• Work alongside experienced team members who will mentor and guide you

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel; 20/20 Design or CAD experience is a plus
• A customer‑focused mindset and professional demeanor
• Someone who is proactive, dependable, and enjoys problem‑solving
• Interest in design, construction, or building a long‑term career with RBS

Benefits & Development Opportunities

• Real‑world experience in design, sales, and customer service
• Learn from industry professionals invested in your success
• Develop valuable skills for launching your career
• Explore opportunities for growth and advancement within the company
• Work in a supportive, team‑oriented environment where your ideas matter
• Amazing people to work with that help you succeed
• Work/life balance with a culture of kindness and respect
• Company‑hosted family events
• Rewarding careers with supportive management
• Participation in philanthropic activities in the community
• Professional development – on‑site & virtual training
• Stability from our long history of success and growth
• Superior benefits including 401(k), Med/Dent/Rx, LTD, Life, ancillary benefits, Flex Spending, discounts & more
• The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder

Riverhead Building Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer that respects the worth and dignity of all employees. EOE, including but not limited to disability and veteran status.