Overview
We're not just another home furnishing brand - we have a legacy of putting people first and we've built a reputation for excellence in both quality and ethics. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference in people's lives through thoughtful, human-centered design, and if you thrive in an environment where creativity meets purpose, then you've come to the right place. Join us this summer and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of home furnishings, but also making a meaningful difference in the world.
At Room & Board we’re a people-first company. We believe we're only as successful as the people that do the work. We’re dedicated to hiring authentic people who are passionate about their work. We are looking for a senior-level student or recent graduate from an accredited design program with an emphasis on Industrial Design, Product Design, Furniture Design, or a similar discipline. You will gain experience within Room & Board’s Merchandising & Design (M&D) team and will support designers in concept development, CAD modeling, product evaluation, and presentation creation.
Location:
4600 Olson Memorial Highway
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Hybrid office schedule (3 days in office, Tuesday-Thursday). No fully remote applicants.
You will share your talents as a Design Intern in the following ways:
Evaluate a product category to identify previously unseen design opportunities, considering style, price, and material. This includes digital research and in-person competitive shopping.
Participate in concept ideation and brainstorming, presenting multiple product opportunities through physical or digital sketches.
Refine early concepts into fully detailed product specifications and CAD proposals, collaborating with the M&D team to create actionable hand-off documents for vendor partners.
Create presentation materials for internal communication and design reviews.
If time allows, participate in reviewing initial prototypes to support refinement and finalization.
Other potential responsibilities (depending on technical skill set):
Create CAD models of accessory items for use in floor planning tools.
Develop universal 3D rendering environments in KeyShot for team-wide use.
Assist in the creation of instruction documentation.
Contribute to sample reviews and evaluation of prototypes and digital concepts across categories.
Additional educational opportunities:
Potential visits to local vendor partners such as Bell, Hennepin Made, or Shell Lake.
Tour of the Otsego warehouse.
Ride-along with delivery associates to understand product handling and customer experience.
Edina showroom walk-through with M&D partners.
One-on-one conversations with key partners across the business to gain a holistic understanding of operations.
You will bring the following experiences & qualifications as a Design Intern:
Senior or recent graduate from a university with an accredited design program emphasizing Industrial Design, Product Design, Furniture Design, or similar.
Ability to work a hybrid or full-time in-office schedule, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week.
Proficiency in SolidWorks, KeyShot, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Strong visual communication skills, attention to detail, and comfort presenting ideas in a collaborative environment.
This role must exemplify our Staff Member Attributes – Inclusive, Authentic, Work Ethic, Collaborative and Curious.
What you’ll find working here as a Product Quality Intern:
- Salary: $20.00 / hr.
- Hours: 40 hours/week; specific hours will vary based on your availability (hybrid environment)
- Internship Timeframe: Early June to August 2026
- Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That’s why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer several awesome perks to help you thrive in every aspect of life. Picture this: three weeks of paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing, and a whole bunch of cool extras. We're talking about benefits that cover you from head to toe – physically, emotionally, and financially. To view all benefits offered by Room & Board, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/benefits-wellbeing.ftl
- Meaningful work. We create a meaningful work experience by empowering everyone to contribute, taking pride in everything we do, and making the world sustainable, inclusive and beautiful. To learn more about our company and culture, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/get-to-know-us
- A culture of respect. We sustain a culture of respect by relying on our shared values, building supportive and kind teams, and ensuring all voices are heard and celebrated. To learn more, please visit https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/get-to-know-us/culture-of-respect
Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline.
Room & Board is a modern furniture and home decor retailer committed to creating beautiful, well-made products while providing exceptional customer service. Our mission is to help people create homes they love through timeless designs, sustainable practices, and a focus on quality craftsmanship. Visit https://www.roomandboard.com/about-us to learn more.
Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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