Operations Internship, New York Office

About the role

MBS is looking for a highly organized, proactive intern to assist in studio management, logistics, design support, and operations. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, working across interior design projects and collectible furniture & art management. Martin Brûlé Studio (MBS) is an internationally renowned AD100 interior design firm with offices in New York, Paris, Miami, and Montréal. The studio specializes in high-end interior architecture and design services, blending history, nature, and sophisticated aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Studio Manager on day-to-day activities
• Assist with all studio-related issues, ensure the studio is always clean, organized, and fully stocked for client and vendors meetings
• Manage supplies, groceries, and daily operational tasks
• Assist in team travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and transport
• Support expense tracking and invoice organization, assisting with basic accounting tasks
• Source and collect material samples, ensuring designers have the necessary references
• Assist the Operations Manager on project logistics
• Assist with project installations, coordinate logistics and procurement, ensuring smooth customs clearance, pick-ups, storage, and deliveries for the design projects
• Manage procurement follow-up, including returns, defects, and exchanges
• Assist with artwork logistics, coordinating transport, restoration, and storage for the studio & design projects
• Draft condition reports for incoming furniture and artworks
• Work on the inventory, keeping records structured and accessible for sales and exhibitions
• Maintain and update Artlogic, ensuring accurate cataloging of artworks and collectible furniture
• Conduct research on artworks and collectible furniture on our own inventory

Requirements

• Highly organized, proactive, and independent, with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously, handle multiple tasks, and anticipate needs
• Strong interest and sensitivity to design, furniture, and contemporary art
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office is required
• Familiarity with Artlogic is a plus
• Fluent in English

Schedule

Duration: 4 to 6 months (part-time possible). Start Date: To be determined.