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Product Development Internship

CompanyNATCO Products Corp
LocationWest Warwick
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Product Development team by maintaining product and supplier request forms and entering specifications into PLM systems. They will also assist with project calendars, visual rack plans, and various administrative tasks to ensure milestone deadlines are met.
Internship Type
part time
Salary Range
$21 - $23
Company Size
127
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Natco Home Group is one of the most respected names in the home furnishings industry. The company has grown by exceeding its customers’ expectations since it began in 1917. Today, Natco Home is one of the country’s largest privately owned home furnishings companies. Natco Home offers a wide selection of domestically manufactured and imported home furnishings products.
About the Role

Move into a job designed for you! 

 

Join our team and be a part of the Natco family. 


As a fourth-generation family-run business, Natco Home is one of the largest and most respected privately owned home furnishings companies in North America. 

At Natco, surpassing our customers’ expectations in quality, service, and value is over a 100-year tradition. A commitment to innovation is woven into our future.

 

An inspired career path awaits.

 

Come see for yourself, there is no place like Natco Home.

 

What we need:


Natco Home is looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented college student to join our Product Development team as a Part-time Intern. This role offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, industry‑leading textile manufacturing environment where you’ll gain real exposure to how products are developed, launched, and supported from concept to customer.

As an intern, you’ll work closely with experienced professionals across Product Development, Sales, Design, and Supply Chain, building practical skills in organization, communication, and business systems while contributing to meaningful projects. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in product development, merchandising, supply chain, or general business operations who want to apply what they’re learning in the classroom to real‑world projects and see how a legacy brand brings products to market.


What you’ll do:

  • Complete and maintain various Excel-based product and supplier request forms, including shipping, photography, design, and sample requests
  • Support the Sales team by entering product specifications into PLM using information from supplier quote sheets
  • Coordinate sample requests and maintain a post‑market sample log for showroom, customer, and market shipments
  • Help maintain and update the product development calendar to ensure projects meet milestone deadlines
  • Assist with the development and updating of visual rack plans
  • Support preparation of walk‑through documents, including new product specifications, product descriptions, and images
  • Perform other administrative tasks as directed by the VP of Sales and Product Development 


What you’ll have:

  • Junior or Senior level education pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Textiles, Marketing, or a related field
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally with internal teams and external partners
  • Collaborative mindset with a willingness to ask questions and learn
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data entry, tracking, and formatting)
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow‑through
  • Self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Interest in product development, manufacturing, retail, or consumer goods a plus

 

APPLY TODAY!


To be considered, please complete an online application. 


Come Home to Natco. 

Natco Home, a fourth-generation family-owned business, proudly carries a legacy as one of the most respected and trusted names in the home furnishings industry. Established in 1917 in Rhode Island, Natco is one of the largest privately owned home furnishings companies in North America, with a robust distribution network spanning across the continent. Serving as a comprehensive home fashion resource, the Natco Home Group's exceptional product line-up of rugs, vinyl flooring, curtains, window treatments, and home décor products are available through major mass merchandisers, home centers, department stores, and clubs, not only in the United States, Canada, and Mexico but also in various other regions around the world. With a rich history in consumer goods manufacturing and a strong commitment to eco-friendly materials, Natco continues to adapt its product offerings to remain aligned with ever-evolving customer demands and market trends. Committed to innovation, Natco continues to venture into new product lines, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry.


Natco is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace.

Key Skills
Microsoft OfficeExcelData EntryCommunicationOrganizationAttention To DetailProduct DevelopmentSupply ChainMerchandisingTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationAdministrative SupportProject Coordination
Categories
ManufacturingAdministrativeRetailSalesManagement & Leadership