Product Development Intern chez Signature Products Group

Description

Signature Products Group® ( www.spgcompany.com ) is an industry leader in the design, development, manufacture and distribution of licensed products for some of the best brands in the world. At the heart of every great brand there is an opportunity to bring focus to new product categories. We bring our passion, dedication, and capabilities to every project by helping our brand partners realize their potential in product categories and distribution where we are experts

We are looking for an eager, detail-oriented person to join our team and step into the role of Product Development Intern. You will have a passion for designing and developing diverse physical products for a multitude of brands while using a variety of materials. As an integral part of the team, you will standardize and ensure clarity while learning the business.  

The Product Development Intern will collaborate within a cross-functional team to provide organizational alignment and processes. The ability to efficiently handle many deliverables and conflicting timelines/priorities is crucial to success in this role.  

What you will do: 

• Assist with tech pack  updates and AI work, including color-ups and revisions
• Support sample reviews and track comments or feedback
• Manage sample logging, tagging, and organization
• Maintain sample storage areas and ensure products are easily accessible
• Coordinate courier shipments and deliveries as needed
• Perform data entry and assist with maintaining accurate records and databases

Requirements

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Curiosity in product and ability to learn and convey constructions both visually and written. Product types include but are not limited to; wallets, belts, suspenders, handbags, seat covers, towing accessories, and organizers 
• Ability to enter data 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and Adobe suite 
• Ability to quickly learn and function in a PLM Software (Centric) 
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills 
• Positive attitude to work in alongside a fast-paced team and adapt quickly 

Education: 

• Pursuing Degree in product design, product development, engineering, textiles manufacturing or equivalent 
• Can be a recent graduate 

What You Will Learn: 

• PLM (Centric) use and navigation 
• Sample reviews and tech packs 
• Product Lifecycle 
• Design research and ideation process
• Prototype sample review process 
• Product lines 
• Sample storage 
• Catalog reviews 
• Mix of hard and soft goods 
• Product team interaction 

Miscellaneous Benefits: 

We are a canine friendly workplace, provide onsite gym, entertain special events, and provide continuous learning opportunities  

Part Time / Temporary

Immediate Start Date