JHD is now hiring Design & Hospitality Interns! We are in search of creatives, artists, event & hospitality students, and/or floral enthusiasts looking to work & learn about floral design, while flexing their creative skills, artistry, organizational skills and passion for the event industry! Bonus if you’ve worked with florals before, but not at all required!  This is a ground level position and we are ready to teach, instruct and coach those new to the industry or newly exploring the art of floral design. Those interested in or studying the creative & visual arts and/or hospitality/event industry will thrive in our “work & learn” floral and event design Internships.

We are Based out of Plymouth, Michigan but service weddings and special events all over Southeast Michigan.  We are a boutique floral design company that does NOT provide retail florals, we focus on events only.

Relevant Responsibilities & Skills:
Our Interns will aid in the preparation and conditioning of flowers, including pruning, trimming and processing, as well as learn techniques in the arranging of a variety of floral arrangements and commissioned items. JHD Interns will help to maintain the flow and efficiency of the studio as well as the cleanliness and organization of the floral workspace. Our Interns will help with inventory management, including restocking floral supplies, hard goods & more.  This position is a great support staff position and resume building opportunity that encourages learning/exploration and will help you dive into the very viable art of floral design & event production.

Our Interns will get the opportunity to assist us in setting up high-level events at a variety of venues across SE Michigan. Interns will help our designers in making sure every last detail is executed beautifully and to spec!  Candidates should be very detail oriented & thorough and tenacious. At JHD we love initiative and curious learners!

Relevant Soft Skills:
All candidates must possess good attention to detail, a healthy and balanced work ethic, have good interpersonal communication skills, be an honest human and have personal integrity. Candidates should possess good “people skills”, and feel confident communicating. Candidates should work well in a group setting, be flexible, non-judgmental, open minded, be coach-able, teachable, enjoy learning, have a general generosity of spirit, and have the ability to work on a deadline when necessary.

Hours & General Requirement’s:
Our Intern positions average 20-30 hours per week, but schedule varies weekdays and weekends and flows with our event schedule. Some late night hours (on weekends only) will vary, and you will be additionally compensated for late night hours. Must be able to lift at least 20lbs, and MUST have reliable transportation. Will work in Plymouth primarily and in various locations around metro Detroit on Friday/Saturday.  This position has a definite opportunity for growth within the company and we encourage it.

Desired candidates are welcome to request school or college credit, and we are happy to oblige! We have had countless interns over our 12 years in business who have had great success with our internships.

General Hours:
Tuesday- Thursday (9:30am-4pm)
Friday/Studio (9:30am-4pm)
Friday/Event (varies 3-6 hours)
Saturday/Event (varies 3-6 hours)
Sunday/Monday Closed (typically)

*Our Internships can sometimes accommodate part-time work and we are able to split your schedule into certain days depending on candidates needs, ie; school schedule etc. Some interns are available/or require a full schedule and some more part time.  Please inform us when applying. Must be available Saturdays.

*The above days/hours can vary based on event week/needs, candidates should expect this as the general work schedule but should be flexible.