The Design Intern is a part-time position located in the Solon, Ohio office of Tarkett North America. The intern is responsible for both commercial projects working with the Manager of Visual and Creative Communications. The ideal candidate will work well independently and in small groups to complete design specific project details. In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity to: Gather information to develop floor plans for showrooms. Compile an inventory of artwork/visual displays within s... more details
The Design Intern is a part-time position located in the Solon, Ohio office of Tarkett North America. The intern is responsible for both commercial projects working with the Manager of Visual and Creative Communications. The ideal candidate will work well independently and in small groups to complete design specific project details.
In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity to:
- Gather information to develop floor plans for showrooms
- Compile an inventory of artwork/visual displays within showrooms
- Ideate commercial spaces that can become inspiration for product photography imagery
- Use color and material knowledge to create flat lays for commercial design to be used in printed brochures & social media.
- Research and validate industry and market trends that will be affecting the future of design, specific to commercial segments.
What You Need to Succeed in This Position:
- Third or fourth year student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Graphic Design or related design field of discipline.
- Provide your own laptop computer and e-mail account.
- A knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel is helpful.
- A thorough understanding of color theory
- Knowledge of commercial design is preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving abilities
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- The ability to work independently
What We Offer
A commitment that Safety is #1
Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
Who we are:
With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.
Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.
Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
