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Institute of America
World Headquarters
The Robert Mouawad Campus
5345 Armada Dr. Carlsbad, CA
92008
   
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800-421-7250 ext. 4100
or 760-603-4100

To Recruit Please Call
(760) 603-4195 or email
dani.oliver@gia.edu

“[Career Fair is] the premier industry event for recruiting young, talented, future jewelry employees. We've been very pleased with the quality of the individuals.” - John Green, President of Lux Bond & Green, recruiter

“Our firm relies on Career Fair annually to yield as many as 20 candidates for various positions.” - Michael Villani, Project Manager for Retailer Diamonds International, recruiter

Retailers, manufacturers, design firms, laboratories…almost every sector of the fine jewelry industry is represented at Career Fair. Hiring companies offer a broad range of exciting job opportunities for almost every skill level. As you prepare for the event, don't forget to research the companies you are most interested in.

This section is updated weekly, so check back often to see who'll be hiring at Career Fair.

recruiting in: New York

American Gem Trade Association – Gemological Testing Center

18 East 48th Street, Suite 502
New York, NY 10017

www.agta-gtc.com

The AGTC-GTC examines colored gemstones and provided reports on identification, treatments and origin.

Positions:

Gemologist
Front Office

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American Gemological Laboratories (AGL)

580 Fifth Avenue, Suite 706
New York, NY 10036

www.aglgemlab.com

Founded in 1977, AGL has been a pioneer as the first gemological laboratory to offer colored stone grading reports and comprehensive gemological origin reports.

Positions:

Staff Gemologist

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Bailey Banks & Biddle

5009 Thompson Terrace, Suite 104
Colleyville, TX 76034

www.baileybanksandbiddle.com

For over 175 years, Bailey Banks & Biddle has provided the combination of exceptional service and timeless fine jewelry, watches and gifts to be treasured for generations.

Positions:

Retail Sales Professionals
Store Managers

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Carlyle & Co.

4615 Dundas Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407

www.carlyleco.com

Carlyle & Co. is a growing guild retail jeweler operating 36 stores on the east coast. We sell luxury jewelry under the names of Carlyle, JE Caldwell and Park Promenade.

Positions:

Store Manager
Assistant Manager
Management Trainee
Salesperson

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David Yurman

24 Vestry Street
New York, NY 10013

www.davidyurman.com

David Yurman is recognized as America’s foremost luxury jewelry brand. The jewelry and precision timepieces balance style, elegance and craftsmanship while integrating a wide range of cultural influences.

Positions:

Purchasing Manager
Product Engineer
Merchandise Vault Processor
Purchasing Director
Stone Grader
Stone Picker

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D’Errico Jewelry

509 Central Park Avenue
Scarsdale, NY 10583

www.derricojewel.com

Unique custom design and high-end jewelry retailer. 2004 First Place AGTA Spectrum Award. 2006 Instore Magazine – Cool Store. 2004 & 2006 Best of Westchester Magazine. Opened branch store in Mt. Kisco, NY, November 2007.

Positions:

Jeweler
Model Maker
Shop Steward
Sales Associate
In-house Watch Maker
Polisher

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Devon Fine Jewelry Inc.

303 Franklin Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481

www.devonfinejewelery.com

Growing independent store specializing in diamonds and colored gemstones. We carry great diamond companies and over 70 different colored gems. Focus on unique design.

Positions:

Salesperson
Buyer and Merchandiser

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Diamonds International

592 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10036

www.welcometoourworld.com

Diamonds International is the largest loose diamonds and fine jewelry retailer of the Caribbean, Mexico and Alaska with approximately 125 locations.

Positions:

Retail Sales/Managerial
Office Managerial
Jewelry Design/Factory

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EGL USA

6 West 48th Street, Third Fl.
New York, NY 10036

www.eglusa.com

EGL USA is an independent grading and identification laboratory. We offer the most comprehensive array of identification and evaluation reports for the most extensive range of gem categories in the industry.

Positions:

Gemologist
Customer Service Representative

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ESP Staffing NY

230 West 79th Street
New York, NY 10024

www.espstaffingny.com

ESP Staffing NY is a boutique staffing agency specializing in the high-end luxury jewelry and accessories industries.

Positions:

Merchandising
Design
Product Development
Sales
Marketing
Public Relations
Advertising

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FAS Management Search

8 Elsworth Place
Holmdel, NJ 07733

www.fasjobs.com

Boutique search firm specializing in the jewelry industry.

Positions:

Bench Jewelers to Vice Presidents

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Ferro Jewelers

91 Main Street
Stowe, VT 05672

www.ferrojewelers.com

Retail jewelry store – 3 locations with high end designer lines, our own line and an extensive estate collection

Positions:

Jewelry Sales

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Finesse Diamonds Corp.

590 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1504
New York, NY 10036

www.finessediamonds.com

Finesse Diamonds is a brand-focused diamond and diamond jewelry manufacturer specializing in verifiable origin goods and diamonds polished in their countries of origin. As a sight holder of the Diamond Trading Company, Finesse proudly polishes in Namibia. Finesse is also a leading distributor of BHP’s CanadaMark™ branded diamonds. With a commitment to diamond differentiation, Finesse is the parent of such brands as The Eighty-Eight®, a patented special cut with 8 sides and 88 facets.

Positions:

Sales

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Fortunoff

1300 Old Country Road
Westbury, NY 11590

www.fortunoff.com

Positions:

Shipper
Jewelers
Sales
Sales Management
Receiving
Jewelry Processor
Jewelry Marker
Quality Control
Central Inventory
Jewelry Transfer
Regional Merchandiser/Inventory

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Gabriel & Co.

64 West 48th Street, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10036

www.gabrielny.com

Jewelry manufacturer, designing chic and fashionable collections for every style preference. From family heirlooms to simplistic styles, from conservative to fun, Gabriel & Co. is making the world beautiful one piece of jewelry at a time.

Positions:

Various

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Gemological Institute of America

For East Coast Positions
GIA – Human Resources
580 Fifth Avenue, Suite 200
New York, NY 10036

www.gia.edu

Established in 1931, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) protects the public trust in gems and jewelry through education, instruments, research and laboratory services.

Positions:

Various

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Gem Pawnbrokers Inc.

378 Schermerhorn Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217

www.gempawnbrokers.com

We make large cash loans on gold and diamond jewelry, since 1947. 15 locations in the NYC metro area. Fine estate jewelry and watches bought and sold.

Positions:

Jewelry Appraisers
Watch Experts
Jewelers
Diamond Graders
Jewelry Sales Managers
Jewelry Loan Officers
Pawnbrokers

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Hamilton Jewelers

2542 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

www.hamiltonjewelers.com

Family-owned nationally recognized jeweler with stores in New Jersey and Florida. Offering comprehensive salary, training and benefits program. Committed to an environment of professional growth and advancement.

Positions:

Management
Sales
Customer Service
Bench Jewelers
Watchmakers

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Ideal Diamond Solutions, Inc.

319 Lafayette Street, #209
New York, NY 10012

www.idealdiamondsolutions.com

IDS provides “turn-key” e-commerce web solutions to independent retail jewelers, including product sourcing, fulfillment, customer services, online marketing and sales training.

Positions:

Commission-based Sales

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International Gemological Institute

589 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10017

www.igiworldwide.com

Renowned for its quality services, extensive experience and know-how, International Gemological Institute (IGI), is the largest independent gem certification and appraisal institute in the world. Established in 1975.

Positions:

Staff Gemologist
Diamond Grader

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IRIDESSE

600 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022

www.iridessecareers.com
www.iridesse.com

Founded by Tiffany & Co., IRIDESSE is a retail jeweler devoted exclusively to celebrating the natural beauty of cultured pearls with prices ranging from $100 to $50,000+.

Positions:

Various

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Jewelry Television

10001 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37922

Positions:

Various

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London Jewelers

28 School Street
Glen Cove, NY 11542

www.londonjewelers.com

London Jewelers, family owned since 1929, provides their customers with the most distinctive and desired designer jewelry, and fine timepieces from around the world.

Positions:

Sales
Gemologists

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Lux Bond & Green

7 Jansen Court
West Hartford, CT 06110

www.lbgreen.com

Lux Bond & Green is New England's most respected jeweler with eight stores in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Since 1898, we have specialized in extraordinary jewelry, watches, and unparalleled personalized service.

Positions:

Various

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Michael C. Fina

545 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10017

www.michaelcfina.com

Positions:

Professional Jewelry Sales

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Mervis Diamond Importers

5468 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

www.mervisdiamond.com

Originating in South Africa, Mervis Diamonds is now based in Washington, DC and is the leader in metropolitan area’s diamond market.

Positions:

Diamond Sales

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Mondera, Inc.

45 West 45th Street, Suite 808
New York, NY 10036

www.mondera.com

Online jewelry retailer.

Positions:

Client Consultant

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Movado Group, Inc.

650 From Road, Suite 375
Paramus, NJ 07652-3556

www.movadogroup.com

Positions:

Retail Sales Associates
Boutique Managers
Watch/Jewelry Designer

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The Natural Sapphire Company

6 East 45th Street
Penthouse, 20th Floor
New York, NY 10017

www.thenaturalsapphirecompany.com

Full service custom order manufacturer. E-commerce merchant and colored gemstone specialist.

Positions:

Sales
CAD/CAM
Administration
Designer & Layout Artists
Database Programmers

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Oscar Heyman

501 Madison Avenue, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10022

www.oscarheyman.com

Oscar Heyman has been creating beautifully crafted jewelry for the finest retailers for almost 100 years. Magnificent diamonds and colored gemstones are the centerpieces of our classic designs, executed with top workmanship.

www.oscarheyman.com

Positions:

Designer
Jeweler
Setter
Administrative

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Rapaport Group

1212 Sixth Avenue
New York, NY 10036

The Rapaport Group is an international network of companies providing added value services that support the development of free, fair and competitive global diamond markets.

www.diamonds.net

Positions:

Trading
Administration

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R&R Grosbard Inc.

1185 Avenue of the Americas. 20th Floor
New York, NY 10036

R & R Grosbard Inc is a fifty-five year old diamond & diamond jewelry company with offices in NY and Mumbai. We sell nationally, (independents and chains) and internationally, (wholesalers and manufacturers). We have a staff of 30 people in our NY office and 30 people in our Mumbai office. We have a diamond manufacturing facility and jewelry factory in India.

Positions:

Inventory Control Diamond Room
Jewelry Inventory Control, Production Room
Sales Representative

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Shah Diamonds Inc.

590 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10036

www.shahdiamonds.com

Established in New York in 1974, Shah Diamonds is a leading diamond jewelry wholesaler supplying independent jewelers and mid-size chains across the country.

Positions:

Various

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Shula Ltd.

36 West 44th Street, Suite 1216A
New York, NY 10036

www.shula-ny.com

Jewelry manufacturer and importer located in the heart of New York City. We specialize in 14K and 18K diamond and semi-precious stone jewelry.

Positions:

Part-time Quality Control
Part-time Diamond Sorter

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Sierra Diamonds Limited

1 Bridge Plaza North, #100
Fort Lee, NJ 07024

www.sierradiamonds.us

Fine jewelry and diamond manufacturers and distributors. Serving national and regional stores.

Positions:

Account Executive
Inventory Control Associate
Costing Analyst

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Stephen L. Singer Inc.

555 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10017

Stephen L. Singer, a fourth generation firm in New York City, features one of the most expansive collections of Estate Jewelry. Singer, along with its Buying Division, Stratford Estate perform In-Store Events and specialize in fulfilling calls for important estate pieces.

Positions:

Estate Buyer

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Tiffany & Co.

600 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022

www.tiffanycareers.com

Tiffany & Co. is an internationally-renowned jeweler and specialty retailer with more than 184 locations around the world and annual sales of $2.9 billion.

Positions:

Various

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Tourneau LLC.

3 East 54th Street
New York, NY 10022

www.tourneau.com

Luxury watches. Retail and manufacturing.

Positions:

Sales
Management

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Yehuda Diamond Co.

590 Fifth Avenue, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10036

www.yehuda.com

Clarity enhanced diamond company.

Positions:

Account Executive

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Zale Corporation

901 Walnut Hill Lane
Irving, TX 75038

www.zalecorp.com

Zale Corp. is a leading retailer of fine jewelry in North America. Zale is propelled by advertised portfolio of brands that includes Zales Jewelers, Zales Outlet, Gordon’s Jewelers, Peoples & Mappins Jewellers of Canada, and Piercing Pagoda.

Positions:

Sales

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Zoltan David LLC

12901 Hill Country Blvd., # D1-120
Austin, TX 78738

www.zoltandavid.com

High-end luxury brand creating original and innovative designs in platinum and high karat golds.

Positions:

Entry-level Diamond-Setters
Journeyman Diamond-Setters
Entry-level Goldsmiths
Journeyman Goldsmiths

 

recruiting in: Carlsbad

American Gem Society Laboratories LLC

8917 West Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89117

www.agslab.com

The AGS Laboratories is the world’s premier diamond grading laboratory for diamond cut. AGS Laboratories sets the highest standard for diamond grading and customer service.

Positions:

Diamond Graders

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American Gemological Laboratories (AGL)

580 Fifth Avenue, Suite 706
New York, NY 10036

www.aglgemlab.com

Founded in 1977, AGL has been a pioneer as the first gemological laboratory to offer colored stone grading reports and comprehensive gemological origin reports.

Positions:

Staff Gemologist

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Avanti Imports Inc.

861 Sixth Avenue, #222
San Diego, CA 92101

Diamond importer and jewelry manufacturer of custom made jewelry and tennis bracelets in downtown San Diego. Individuals interested in creating, establishing and operating personal business should contact us.

Positions:

Office Sales
Shop Supervisor
Setters

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Bailey Banks & Biddle

5009 Thompson Terrace, Suite 104
Colleyville, TX 76034

www.baileybanksandbiddle.com

For over 175 years, Bailey Banks & Biddle has provided the combination of exceptional service and timeless fine jewelry, watches and gifts to be treasured for generations.

Positions:

Retail Sales Professionals
Store Managers

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Ben Bridge Jeweler

P.O. Box 1908
Seattle, WA 98111

Positions:

Various

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Charles Koll Jewellers

4415 La Jolla Village Drive, #P13
San Diego, CA 92122

www.charleskoll.com

Jewelers beyond the ordinary.

Positions:

Sales Associate
Bench

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CJ Charles Jewelers Inc.

1135 Prospect Street
La Jolla, CA 92037

www.cjcharles.com

Established jeweler for 20 years located on Prospect Street in La Jolla. Full service jeweler and brands such as Cartier, Panerai, Bulgari, Breitling, JLC, Omega and BLM.

Positions:

Sales
G.G. Appraiser
Manager Trainee

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Crafford-LaserStar Technologies Corp.

One Industrial Court
Riverside, RI 02915

www.laserstar.net

Crafford-LaserStar has the well deserved reputation of being the premier supplier of laser welding and laser making machines to the jewelry industry.

Positions:

Jewelry Applications Specialist - Laser Training

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Diamonds International

592 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10036

www.welcometoourworld.com

Diamonds International is the largest loose diamonds and fine jewelry retailer of the Caribbean, Mexico and Alaska with approximately 125 locations.

Positions:

Retail Sales/Managerial
Office Managerial
Jewelry Design/Factory

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Direct Shopping Network (DSN)

1239 South Glendale Avenue
Glendale, CA 91205

www.dsntv.com

Direct Shopping Network is the premier network for home shopping; we sell high quality jewelry, diamonds and natural gemstones.

Positions:

On-Air Hosts
Inventory

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Elba Inc.

910 North Amelia Avenue
San Dimas, CA 91773

Positions:

Various

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Gemological Institute of America

For West Coast Positions
GIA – Human Resources
The Robert Mouawad Campus
5345 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008

www.gia.edu

Established in 1931, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) protects the public trust in gems and jewelry through education, instruments, research and laboratory services.

Positions:

Various

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Ideal Diamond Solutions, Inc.

319 Lafayette Street, #209
New York, NY 10012

www.idealdiamondsolutions.com

IDS provides “turn-key” e-commerce web solutions to independent retail jewelers, including product sourcing, fulfillment, customer services, online marketing and sales training.

Positions:

Commission-based Sales

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IRIDESSE

600 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022

www.iridessecareers.com
www.iridesse.com

Founded by Tiffany & Co., IRIDESSE is a retail jeweler devoted exclusively to celebrating the natural beauty of cultured pearls with prices ranging from $100 to $50,000+

Positions:

Various

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Island Companies Ltd.

224 North Sound Road/P.O. Box 10063
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Ky1-1001

www.islandcompaniesltd.com

An industry leader in fine jewelry sales, Island Companies is one of the Cayman Islands’ largest retailers with 27 stores. Visit www.islandcompaniesltd.com for our careers brochure.

Positions:

Sales
Management

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Jewelry Television

10001 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37922

Positions:

Various

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Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers

1851 San Diego Avenue, Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92110

www.leohamel.com

Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers us a successful, upscale jewelry and fine Swiss watch store with two locations. Serving San Diego county for 27 years.

Positions:

Salesperson
Sales Assistant
Bench Jeweler
Inventory Assistant
Estate Buyer

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Malibu Rock Star

3835 Cross Creek Road, Suite 3A
Malibu, CA 90272

www.maliburockstar.com

Positions:

Various

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Michael Beaudry, Inc.

323 West 8th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90014

www.michaelbeaudry.com

We welcome you to share Beaudry’s passion for jewelry as the ultimate artistic medium. Michael Beaudry designs and manufactures the finest quality hand-crafted jewelry in the world.

Positions:

Quality Control
Diamond Inventory
Finished Goods Inventory
Sales

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Movado Group, Inc.

650 From Road, Suite 375
Paramus, NJ 07652-3556

www.movadogroup.com

Positions:

Retail Sales Associates
Boutique Managers
Watch/Jewelry Designer

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Movado Group, Inc.

650 From Road, Suite 375
Paramus, NY 07652-3556

www.movadogroup.com

Positions:

Retail Sales Associates
Boutique Managers
Watch/Jewelry Designer

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Panowicz Jewelers

111 Market Street NE, #104
Olympia, WA 98501

www.panowicz.com

We are Panowicz Jewelers, with a 60 year legacy of fine jewelry and leading designs. Professional, exciting, dynamic and nice people too. Come see us!

Positions:

Sales Associates
Bench Jeweler

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Platinum Collection

3525 Del Mar Heights Road, #337
San Diego, CA 92130

We carry a line of Edwardian Design jewelry which has been made in 18k gold or platinum, manufactured in Thailand.

www.janetdavidi.com

Positions:

Sales Representative

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Robbins Brothers

P.O. Box 517
Azusa, CA 91702

www.robbinsbrothers.com

Positions:

Diamond Consultant
Jeweler
Management
Clerical
Marketing
Merchandising
Accounting
Human Resources
Interns for Corporate

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Tiffany & Co.

600 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022

www.tiffanycareers.com

Tiffany & Co. is an internationally-renowned jeweler and specialty retailer with more than 184 locations around the world and annual sales of $2.9 billion.

Positions:

Various

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Warner Co. Jewelers

7010 North Palm Avenue
Fresno, CA 93650

www.warnercompany.com

Warner Company is a high-end independent retailer, committed to providing the finest quality jewelry and timepieces, with an unparalleled level of customer service.

Positions:

Gemologist Appraiser
Bench Jeweler
Sales Associate

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Zale Corporation

901 Walnut Hill Lane
Irving, TX 75038

www.zalecorp.com

Zale Corp. is a leading retailer of fine jewelry in North America. Zale is propelled by advertised portfolio of brands that includes Zales Jewelers, Zales Outlet, Gordon’s Jewelers, Peoples & Mappins Jewellers of Canada, and Piercing Pagoda.

Positions:

Sales

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Zoltan David LLC

12901 Hill Country Blvd., # D1-120
Austin, TX 78738

www.zoltandavid.com

High-end luxury brand creating original and innovative designs in platinum and high karat golds.

Positions:

Entry-level Diamond-Setters
Journeyman Diamond-Setters
Entry-level Goldsmiths
Journeyman Goldsmiths