Junior Project Designer - 3 Month Internship in Nottingham

Paul Smith is one of Britain's leading independent design companies. We champion positivity, curiosity and creativity. These qualities underpin every Paul Smith design, whether it's a shirt, a shop or a special collaboration. Reaffirming the values that Paul set down in 1970, 'classic with a twist' remains the guiding principle of the company. Happily positioned between high fashion and formalwear, while taking reference from both, Paul Smith has always been proud to stand apart.

We are offering an exciting 3-month summer placement within our Global VM & Display team, from June-August. This opportunity is ideal for a creative and detail-oriented design student or graduate looking to gain hands-on experience delivering innovative retail environments and immersive brand spaces. You will play a key role in supporting the team to deliver creative objectives over the summer while helping prepare for the AW26 season. You will spend 2 months working alongside the Senior Project Designer and 1 month independently managing projects to keep timelines and deliverables on track.

You will support with the design and delivery of innovative temporary spaces, pop-ups and showrooms that communicate our brand's tone of voice. You'll work under the direction of the Global Head of VM & Display and in alignment with the overall creative direction set by the Head of Creative.

Please note, this role requires that you submit an online link to a portfolio containing work examples as part of your application. This should be available for 4 weeks after the advert closing date.

The Role

• Support with the design of pop-up concepts, showrooms, and temporary display spaces in line with the global display strategy.
• Independently design pop-up projects across the UK, Europe, and US retail markets.
• Produce exceptional 3D renders for presentation to Sir Paul Smith and the wider business.
• Develop projects from initial concept through to final installation, providing all relevant technical design detail for local production.
• Create graphics, artworks, technical drawings, and 3D renderings to support remote teams in sourcing props and vinyl locally.
• Provide scaled documentation and visual mock-ups to ensure design accuracy and consistency.
• Support the Global Head of VM & Display on additional creative projects as required.
• Maintain organised and accessible project folders on the shared drive for the wider team.

Who you are

• Advanced level proficiency in computer design packages such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, & Vector works.
• Appreciation of colour and imagery, with spatial awareness.
• High attention to detail.
• Creative flair in terms of presentation of product & space.
• Excellent, finely-tuned inter-personal skills.
• Highly organised with good prioritisation skills and able to work to set deadlines.
• Ability to work with different business partners in various locations.
• Must be available to work from June-August 2026.

What's in it for you

• Hybrid working and flexi-time.
• A discretionary discount on Paul Smith products.

At Paul Smith, we celebrate and encourage applications from all walks of life into our growing workforce. We are committed to empowering people from any background, belief system, or ethnicity, offering an inclusive environment where talent is recognised and valued.