Summer 2026
Market Research and Product Development Intern
Market Research and Product Development
Posted on 5/16/2026
Signet Jewelers
5,001-10,000 employees
Retailer of diamond jewelry and financing
Compensation Overview
$21.25/hr
New York, NY, USA
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Bachelor's
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- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, Economics, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (experience with data analysis is a plus)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Conduct market and competitive research to identify trends, pricing strategies, and product opportunities
- Analyze customer feedback, sales data, and industry insights to support product decisions
- Partner with cross-functional teams (design, merchandising, operations) to align on product initiatives
- Track product performance and compile reports with actionable recommendations
- Maintain organized product data, research findings, and documentation
- Assist with ad hoc projects and presentations as needed
- Exposure to end-to-end product development and merchandising strategies
- Hands-on experience with market analysis and consumer insights
- Opportunity to influence product decisions through research and data
- Mentorship from cross-functional leaders
Signet Jewelers is the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating brands such as Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H. Samuel, and Ernest Jones across the US, UK, and Canada. It sells diamond and other fine jewelry through brick‑and‑mortar stores and e‑commerce, with financing options to help customers pay over time. Its scale, multi‑brand portfolio, and omnichannel approach distinguish it from competitors, and it emphasizes sustainability and social impact via supplier relationships and the Signet Love Inspires Foundation. The company’s goal is to grow its store and online presence, strengthen customer relationships across channels, and advance sustainable practices and social equity through its products, financing, and philanthropy.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio
Founded
1910
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 fiscal 2027 sales rose 1.8%, and Signet lifted full-year guidance on June 2.
- Signet acquired The Clear Cut on May 28, 2026 to premiumize Blue Nile.
- Management authorized a $50 million buyback and kept the $0.35 dividend intact.
What critics are saying
- Signet will close about 100 stores in fiscal 2027, exposing weak locations.
- Lab-grown diamonds were 27% of fiscal 2026 merchandise sales, crushing pricing power.
- James Allen’s website shuts in fiscal 2027; a failed Blue Nile relaunch hurts credibility.
What makes Signet Jewelers unique
- Signet controls the largest publicly traded diamond inventory, strengthening sourcing and assortment depth.
- Blue Nile plus The Clear Cut fuse luxury e-commerce, concierge service, and proprietary AI.
- Kay, Zales, and Jared give Signet unmatched mall reach across North America.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Professional Development Budget
Company News
Signet onboards new leadership for Zales and Blue Nile. Jamie Cygielman will lead Zales' next phase of growth, while Pam Cloud will lead Blue Nile's transformation as an elevated luxury brand Signet Jewelers has announced two significant leadership appointments across Zales, Banter and Blue Nile that advance the company's Grow Brand Love strategy. Jamie Cygielman has been appointed as president of Zales and Banter and Pam Cloud has joined Signet as president of Blue Nile. "Grow Brand Love is about creating distinctive brands with clear value propositions and stronger connections to the customers they serve," said CEO J.K. Symancyk. "Jamie and Pam are accomplished leaders who understand how to unlock the potential of iconic brands through consumer insight, innovation and disciplined execution. "Their appointments bring important new capabilities to Signet as we position Zales and Banter for their next phase of growth and accelerate Blue Nile's transformation." Cygielman brings over 30 years of experience building and transforming globally recognised consumer brands and creating connections with consumers. Most recently, she served as global head of dolls at Mattel and general manager and president of American Girl, where she played an instrumental role in revitalising some of the company's most well-known brands. As head of American Girl, Cygielman established a new strategic vision and operational roadmap that restored sustainable top-line and operating profit growth while strengthening the brand's relationship with consumers. She later expanded her leadership to Barbie and Mattel's global dolls portfolio, sharpening brand positioning, evolving the product portfolio and amplifying consumer relevance. Cygielman will report to Symancyk and lead the next phase of growth for Zales and Banter, building on decades of customer trust while further differentiating the brands and broadening their appeal. She will oversee the brands' go-to-market strategies, with a focus on innovation, distinctive customer experiences and deepening relationships with consumers. "Both Zales and Banter have such a rich legacy and personal connection with their customers," said Cygielman. "For more than a century, Zales has been part of countless celebrations and milestones, while Banter has built a strong following by helping customers express their individuality and style. "I am thrilled to be joining Signet at such an exciting and important time and look forward to working alongside the Signet leadership team and both brand teams to honor that heritage while bringing fresh relevance to these iconic brands and creating new ways for customers to celebrate and express their personal style." Cloud also brings more than 30 years of luxury retail experience to Blue Nile, including more than 25 years at Tiffany & Co. In her role as SVP and chief merchandising officer and a member of the company's executive committee, she helped grow the multibillion-dollar global business and oversaw the launch of several of its most successful collections, including Tiffany T, Tiffany Keys and the annual Blue Book high jewellery collection. Cloud will report to Joan Hilson, Signet's chief operating and financial officer, to lead Blue Nile's next phase of growth and transformation, advancing its elevated natural diamond-leaning luxury positioning and overseeing its strategy across every customer touchpoint. "As we continue transforming our portfolio to make each brand even more compelling, having the right leaders in place is essential," said Hilson. "That's why I am delighted to welcome Pam to the Blue Nile team. Her deep experience in the jewellery industry, proven track record of driving growth, and ability to accelerate innovation and strengthen customer relevance will help us unlock the next phase of Blue Nile's transformation." "Having followed Blue Nile for many years, I am honored to join the brand at such an exciting moment in its evolution," said Cloud. "Blue Nile transformed the way people shop for fine jewellery, and I see tremendous opportunity to build on that legacy by creating an even more elevated, personalized luxury experience." Cygielman will join Signet from 24 August and will be based in Dallas. Cloud began her role on 10 August and will be based in New York City. Signet's portfolio includes, KAY Jewelers, Zales, Jared Jewelers, Blue Nile and Banter.
Signet Jewelers has appointed two new brand presidents as part of its "Grow Brand Love" strategy. Jamie Cygielman will lead Zales and Banter, bringing over 30 years of consumer brand experience from roles at Mattel, including revitalising American Girl and overseeing Barbie's global portfolio. Pam Cloud joins as President of Blue Nile, leveraging more than 25 years at Tiffany & Co., where she helped grow the business and launch successful collections including Tiffany T and Tiffany Keys. Cygielman started on 24 August and is based in Dallas, whilst Cloud began on 10 August from New York. Signet operates approximately 2,600 stores across brands including KAY Jewelers, Zales, Jared, and Blue Nile.
Anglo has chosen De Beers buyer, Botswana official says. INSTORE names Krista Collins Walters publisher. James Allen co-founder roie Edelman leaves Signet. It's the Jewelry Wire's daily digest for fri., july 17. 2026. Ad support from GN Diamond. Jul 17, 2026 GN Diamond: Where great prices lead to true partnerships. The diamond source that thousands of jewelers trust. Botswana official says Anglo has picked De Beers buyer - but the country isn't on board yet. This story was updated at 12 PM ET. Anglo American has chosen a buyer for its 85% stake in De Beers, but Botswana still may choose to exercise its right of refusal, a government official told lawmakers Friday, according to Reuters. "Anglo American ran a competitive process involving three shortlisted bidders, and has since identified a preferred bidder, the Global Diamond Consortium," Moeti Mohwasa, Botswana's minister for state president, defense, and security, said Friday, the news agency said. He added he expected the deal to be done by the end of the year. Mohwasa said the consortium's proposal includes fellow diamond producers Angola and Namibia, which he reportedly called "most welcome," but he didn't indicate if Botswana had joined the group. Botswana already owns 15% of the company. Botswana has "complete freedom to proceed either alongside the preferred bidder as a partner or to exercise its preemption rights alone or with a third party," Mohwasa was quoted as saying. He also did not disclose who is heading the winning consortium, though the two finalists have been reported to be former De Beers CEO Gareth Penny, and Nir Livnat, executive chairman of sightholder Diacore. * Of note: The Namibian press has described Penny's investment fund, Ninety-One, as a "global diamond consortium." * Post-publication update: Bloomberg is reporting that Anglo picked Penny's consortium. Anglo first put its 85% stake in De Beers up for sale in May 2024. A De Beers spokesperson tells The Jewelry Wire that "Anglo American is progressing the sale process and will provide updates at the appropriate time." Mohwasa didn't respond to a request for comment at his listed email. Anglo referred to De Beers' comment. Krista Collins Walters named INSTORE's publisher. SmartWork Media has promoted Krista Collins Walters to publisher of INSTORE and vice president of jewelry. Walters was previously associate publisher and national sales manager. She has worked for the company since 2007. James Allen co-founder leaves Signet. Roie Edelman, one of the co-founders of the James Allen e-tail site, announced on LinkedIn he is leaving Signet after nine years with the company... In March, Signet announced it was "sunsetting" the James Allen brand, after buying it for $328 million in 2017. In January, Edelman said he'd been given the title of Signet's vice president, quality control and operations. Edelman is the brother of Oded Edelman, the former CEO of James Allen, who left Signet in October 2024. Quote of the day. "It would help enormously if sustainability were treated not as a marketing story but as a lifestyle, as an approach to doing things ...That's what sustainability should be - something that inspires you to lead a better life in all its aspects." - Oris CEO Rolf Studer, to WatchPro Worthy weekend watch. The Telegraph just introduced "The Diamond King," a four-part podcast on the rise and fall of Nirav Modi - told by the two reporters who eventually tracked him down. Part one is below; subscribe to the rest here. Today's jewelry links feature Cartier, Ekati, De Beers, Rolex, Bucherer, Watches of Switzerland, PNJ, Cyrille Vigneron, Jeff Pancis, Avi Krawitz, the Hamptons Jewelry Show, tariff refunds, Marie Antoinette, the Millennium Dome diamond robbery, home piercings causing deformities, artificial intelligence, and Kesha's bizarre technique for making jewelry.
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Weak diamond demand sends Signet down Top 100 Retailers list. The Bottom Line * Signet Jewelers dropped from 69th to 74th place on the 2026 NRF top 100 retailers list. * The decline reflects weak natural diamond demand due to soft consumer interest, tariffs, and rising lab-grown diamond popularity. * Signet reported 2.8% U.S. revenue growth in 2025, totaling $6.2 billion despite market pressures. Summary by Rapaport AI Signet Jewelers' placement dropped in the 2026 National Retail Federation (NRF) list of the top 100 retailers based on annual sales. The group - the only jewelry specialist to make the cut - ranked 74th, down from 69th last year, according to data the NRF released Wednesday. In 2024, Signet was 67th. The decline likely reflects continued weakness in the natural-diamond market, which has remained under pressure from soft consumer demand and tariffs, as well as the growing popularity of lab-grown diamonds. Walmart remained the top-ranked retailer, followed by Amazon, Costco, The Kroger Co. and Home Depot. Other businesses that sell jewelry also took spots, with Macy's at number 25, Nordstrom 33, Kohl's 34 and J.C. Penney 77. The rankings are based on publicly available data, and the NRF noted that its estimates may differ from the companies' published figures. The NRF reported Signet saw a 2.8% growth in the US in 2025, with $6.2 billion in US revenue. "Despite significant economic challenges over the past year, this year's Top 100 Retailers list highlights a resilient group of companies," said Mark Mathews, NRF chief economist and executive director of research. "They are adapting to meet changing consumer needs and leaning into new strategies and formats that set them apart." Stay in the know with Rapaport industry news and analysis.