Product Development Intern

Fourhands; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Join Fourhands in Austin as a Product Development Intern to assist the Product Development team with various projects. This part-time role will involve maintaining swatch libraries and organizing materials while working closely with overseas teams and photography.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in Merchandising or related field, with experience in Microsoft Office and project management software. This position is expected to last through Fall 2026.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools.
• Exposure to project management software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and organizing a central library for swatches.
• Work with Photography team for timely swatch photography.
• Ensure swatch data is complete before item launches.
• Create and manage presentation materials.
• Track and update product status.

Skills

Microsoft Office tools

Project management software

Product databases

Education

Pursuing a degree in Merchandising, Textiles and Apparel, Business or related field

Job description

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.

Four Hands is looking to hire a Product Development Intern to assist the Product Development team in tracking swatches, communicating with the overseas team, maintaining the swatch room, and assisting with various projects and presentations.

This position is expected to start September 2026 and continue through the entire Fall 2026 term (through December 2026). Our internships are a minimum of 12 weeks, part‑time (20 to 25 hours) and on‑site.

In This Role

• Assist in maintaining and organizing a central library for master swatches from overseas factories
• Work with Photography team to ensure new swatches are photographed and returned to swatch room in a timely manner
• Work with overseas teams to ensure swatch data is complete and finalized prior to new finishes launching on an item
• Create and manage presentation materials as needed
• Maintain the Introduction Status List and coordinate with Supply Chain team as needed
• Ensure product information and photography has been received from the overseas team prior to market
• Track and update product status post‑review (approved/rejected), reflect changes on the product site, and communicate updates to relevant departments
• Other duties as assigned by Management
• Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team:
  • Be open and honest
  • Reach for excellence
  • Act with responsibility
  • Value the whole person
  • Enjoy the journey

The Ideal Person

• Pursuing a degree in Merchandising, Textiles and Apparel, Business or related field
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)
• Exposure to project management software (Asana, Monday.com, etc.)
• Understanding of product databases or content management systems (CMS) used to maintain product information

Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by law.