Studs is an experiential retail and e-commerce brand that has re-imagined the ear piercing experience by offering consultative and expert needle piercing services, combined with a wide assortment of accessibly priced, on-trend earrings. WE ARE SEEKING A MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMIST TO JOIN OUR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM AND BECOME A PROFESSIONAL PIERCER AT STUDS.
Our Apprenticeship Program is a minimum 4-8 week commitment and includes classroom style learning, observation, and hands-on training. Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a full-time piercing position at a growing nationwide brand that offers:
Competitive salary, starting at $65k
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance) and paid time off
Three months of paid family leave (biological, adoptive, & foster parents are all eligible)
Paid sabbatical after four years of service
Exclusive employee piercing and jewelry discounts (plus discounts for friends & family)
WE’RE LOOKING FOR BOSTON-BASED APPRENTICES TO JOIN OUR TRAINING PROGRAM THAT WILL KICKOFF IN DECEMBER. GRADUATED APPRENTICES WILL BECOME FULL-TIME PIERCERS AT OUR NEW CHESTNUT HILL OR NEWBURY STUDIO LOCATIONS IN BOSTON.
As an apprentice, you will be taught various skills to become a well-rounded piercer including: Sterilization; bedside manner; piercing techniques; workplace safety practices; materials, equipment, and supplies training. At Studs we only pierce ears and we only use single use needles.
We also launch new apprentice classes on a rolling basis and you can apply for future classes here: https://studs.com/pages/piercing-apprenticeship
REQUIREMENTS:
3 years of work experience, including two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and / or finger sticks)
Great interpersonal skills interacting with patients and excitement about applying these skills to customers
Interest in full or part-time role as a Studs piercer, upon program completion
A passion for delivering outstanding customer experience
Travel to NYC during training
Interest in potentially relocating to new Studs locations