Research and development internship jobs in Sammamish, WA

We are looking for an innovative Store Designer to join the Store Development Team for Amazon and Whole Foods Market retail stores. This position will be responsible for the implementation and customization of brand design standards. We are an exciting, fast-moving business unit, where everyone on the team needs to be entrepreneurial, wear many hats and work effectively in a highly collaborative environment. You are the right person for this job if you are a creative problem solver with an strong curiosity and drive for learning and a passion for customers. You must demonstrate the ability to efficiently drive multiple projects throughout all phases of design, permitting and construction administration. We are looking for people who want to join an ambitious, innovative and customer obsessed program. In this position you will collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams at many levels. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and has a deep passion for innovative retail design. We are looking for someone who is obsessed with creating world-class shopping experiences for our customers. Excellent project management and communication skills, both written and verbal are required. Key job responsibilities • Translating brand design standards and concepts in an innovative yet fiscally responsible way • Completing test fits and feasibility studies for your designs • Working with key internal and external stakeholders in the production of comprehensive design development package and documents as needed to communicate design • Coordinating with construction team on budget considerations and value engineering efforts • Communicating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership • Driving and creating Schematic Design Packages • Reviewing construction documents, shop drawings and landlord documentation • Providing Construction Administrative support as needed A day in the life If you thrive in an ever-changing progressive environment, then we want to talk to you. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams, external consultants and vendors throughout the store development process. Oversight of consultant performance is critical. This candidate must have a professional and positive demeanor and possess the ability to communicate effectively with business partners at every level, including leadership. In this role you must be able to act as the primary source of contact but still have the confidence to ask for help. About the team The Worldwide Retail Growth & Development Design team approaches every site with customer obsession from the ground up to offer seamless grocery shopping experiences, whether customers are shopping in-store or online. We are at the forefront of revolutionizing a diverse grocery store network transforming the shopping experience through innovative store design. Our thoughtful designs work backwards form the customer to create experiences that transform everyday grocery shopping into an effortless journey. We optimize store layouts to create intuitive and efficient shopping environments while ensuring our designs are customer obsessed and prioritize workflow efficiency. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in architecture or interior design - • 5+ years of commercial retail design or architecture experience - • Intermediate Revit skills required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- • Grocery experience strongly preferred - • Architectural or Interior Design FF&E background preferred - • Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, Enscape, SketchUp, SmartSheet - • Knowledge of current sustainability trends and practices preferred - • Proven track record of owning projects from start to finish - • Ability to manage change though multiple projects in various phases of design - • Experience with design development, construction documents, permitting and construction administration - • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an extremely fast paced, ambiguous environment Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit ********************************************************* for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $58,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $124,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ******************************************************** This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.