Product Development Internship - Summer 2027
SUMMER 2027 | ARHAUS FURNITURE - PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP
About Arhaus:
Arhaus is a luxury retail furniture company founded in 1986 with a mission to create beautiful, handcrafted pieces built to last. We partner with artisans around the globe to bring one-of-a-kind designs to life - from rug weavers in India to woodworkers in Italy and Mexico. Sustainability drives everything we do, using reclaimed and recycled materials to give new purpose to what might otherwise be discarded. At Arhaus, you’ll be part of a company that values creativity, inclusion, and innovation, where every voice has a seat at the table.
Headquartered just outside of Cleveland in Boston Heights, OH, Arhaus went public in 2021. The brand has been on a high-growth trajectory over the past five years and now has over 100+ showrooms nationwide. Learn more about life at Arhaus here!
Internship Overview:
During the Summer 2027 Product Development internship, you’ll gain hands-on experience as a member of our Product Development team within the Case Goods department. Reporting to a Product Developer, you’ll be directly involved in the development process – driving product assortment, working with products, assisting with data management, and learning how ideas become finished designs. This role will give you exposure to multiple parts of the business as you collaborate cross-functionally with management, store operations, marketing, planning, sourcing, and merchandising.
INTERNSHIP DETAILS
- Duration: June - August 2027
- Time Commitment: 40 hours a week
- Pay: $16 per hour
- Location: Boston Heights, OH (required on-site)
What You'll Be Doing:
- Support Product Developer with the full product lifecycle creation including: building out assortment architecture, trend and market analysis, identifying white space opportunities, and assist with vendor relations.
- Assist with seasonal Sample Purchase Order management and maintain Sample Order Tracker.
- Accountable for monitoring sample creation and shipment from vendor to the Arhaus warehouse.
- Work closely with the site and ecommerce team to ensure that product is launched in a timely manner.
- Assist in proofing product information for catalog and web copy.
- Manage the transfer of new product samples to sample room, photo studio, and catalog photoshoots.
- Manage all material references shipped to vendors and maintain finish/material libraries.
- Partner with Buyers on tasks including competitor recaps and assortment board creation.
What We’re Looking For:
- Creativity - eye for trend + understanding of Arhaus brand and aesthetic.
- Curiosity - seek and engage to learn about customer preferences, trends and the interiors industry.
- Accountability - high sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Drive – detail oriented, productivity and prioritization.
Requirements:
- Has completed Freshman year
- Fashion Merchandising, Design, Development or adjacent major
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – emphasis on Excel & Outlook
- Prior experience in retail inventory software is a plus.
- Customer Service or prior retail experience is a plus.
Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.
AI Code of Conduct
At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.