Visual Merchandising and Store Design Intern

Summary: Delaware North is a global hospitality company seeking a Visual Merchandising and Store Design Intern to join their team in Buffalo, New York. The intern will support the design, operational, and creative functions within the hospitality portfolio, gaining valuable work experience and developing leadership capabilities. Responsibilities: - Assist in developing visual concepts, mood boards, planograms, and presentation materials for seasonal programs and store updates - Support the creation, styling, and documentation of visual merchandising standards, including mock‑ups, photoshoots, window displays, and in‑store installations - Gather and organize samples, props, fixtures, and materials while coordinating with vendors and maintaining inventory of display assets - Assist with signage programs by proofing artwork, organizing files, preparing distribution lists, and supporting rollout communication and follow‑up - Contribute to project organization through Asana, SharePoint, store visits, photo documentation, and recap preparation - Provide administrative and team support, including meeting preparation, scheduling, note‑taking, inbox monitoring, and maintaining shared databases and tracking sheets Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a degree program in visual merchandising, retail design, interior design, fashion merchandising, hospitality management, or a related field - Strong visual and creative sensibility with an interest in retail and hospitality environments - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively - Ability to lift up to 25 pounds Preferred Qualifications: - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, preferred - Experience with project management tools such as Asana and Trello is a plus Required Skills: Visual Merchandising, Adobe Creative Suite Important Skills: Project Management Tools Nice-to-Have Skills: Creative Sensibility Benefits: Weekly pay, Training and development opportunities, Employee discounts, Flexible work schedules, Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid vacation days and holidays, Paid parental bonding leave, Employee assistance program, Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement