Join Our Team

Make a special impact in the community with your next professional role.

Designed For Joy is a Raleigh based nonprofit serving women emerging from crisis situations. We provide temporary part time transitional jobs to eliminate the stigma of vulnerability.

All are encouraged to apply. We are in a growth period and seek team members who see value in our mission, accept challenges with confidence and kindness, and can quickly adjust to the needs of the business. The work environment is friendly and supportive.

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Internship Opportunities

Are you passionate about using your time and talents to make a difference? Join Designed For Joy as an intern and gain hands-on experience working with a nonprofit that provides transitional, competitive-wage employment for women emerging from crisis.

As an intern, you'll be immersed in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your contributions directly support our mission of creating opportunity and building dignity. Internships are designed to be flexible to match your interests and career goals. Whether you're passionate about social impact, nonprofit operations, or creative design, there's a place for you here.

Internship Tracks Available

Interns may focus in one or more of the following areas depending on current organizational needs:

  • Program + Case Management
  • Marketing + Communications
  • Fundraising + Development
  • Sales + Retail Operations
  • Production + Product Design
  • Administrative + Nonprofit Management

What You’ll Gain

  • Real-world experience in a fast-paced, social-impact environment
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced nonprofit professionals
  • Opportunities to explore your interests while making meaningful impact

Internship Details

  • Positions available year-round; flexible scheduling. 6-32 hours per week available. Hybrid available. Must be able to come in the office twice a week.
  • Ideal for college students, recent grads, or anyone exploring nonprofit careers.
  • Unpaid, but may qualify for course credit depending on your school.

To Apply

Email you resume to learnmore@designedforjoy.com. Make the subject of the email "[Track You're Interested In] Internship Application."

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    Retail & Event Sales Assistant

    We have a variety of shifts and hours available to accommodate your schedule. Generally, you'll start with 15 hours per week.  Must work a minimum of 2 Saturdays a month. Work hours at the Studio are 9-3:15 Monday - Friday and  9:45 - 3:15 on Saturdays. There will also be opportunities to work events outside of those hours. 

    Job Description 

    Customer service in person, on phone, and via email
    Learn Shopify (POS system) to manage all retail responsibilities
    Complete in person sales in a timely manner
    Opening and closing our studio shop 
    Maintain cleanliness in the retail area, bathroom, kitchen and common spaces
    Plan and manage tasks for shop volunteers

    Displays and Merchandising in Store
    Keep studio shop displays well stocked and attractive

    Marketing and Social Media
    Help plan and prepare for photography sessions
    Create IG stories while in the retail space to market new products
    Prep for vendor events and in studio sales

    Hospitality
    Show hospitality to everyone person walking in our doors

    Support for leadership, other departments, and storefront management
    Advocate for our nonprofit with fundraising and recruiting volunteers
    Must be able to lift 25 pounds and stand for 5-6 hours

    Please email your resume to learnmore@designedforjoy.com.  In the subject of the email, include which job opening you are applying for.