Interior Design Intern (Summer 2026)

Description

• Generates schedules for project designers’ review
• Maintains physical and digital resources, including organization, updating, and maintaining inventory of finish library as well as product representative contact information
• Assists in the development of design solutions for review
• Researches and resources finish materials, furniture, lighting, and accessories, including phone calls, showroom visits, and other communications with vendors
• Performs assignments under the direction of more experienced staff, including but not limited to project administration, schematic design, design development, and contract document administration
• Applies established interior design standards
• Assists in computer production of preliminary plans and preparation of client presentations
• Updates client folders and binders

Requirements

• Can think creatively – big thinker
• Exposure or experience with Studio Designer preferred
• Capable of maintaining focus in an open office environment
• Must have a car for the duration of the internship with a valid driver's license and auto insurance
• Able to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Must be pursuing a professionally accredited Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
• Honest and Truthful
• Individually Driven
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills along with interpersonal skills
• Proficient with technical detailing
• Prior exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketch-Up
• 3rd or 4th year interior design student preferred
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service skills for interface with clients, vendors, and contractors
• Strong sketch capabilities
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management skills

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Other perks like weekly breakfasts, happy hours, office lunches, our Spring/Summer event (depending on the timing), and the list goes on!
• Paid covered parking for all employees
• Competitive pay rate
• Opportunity to work on billable projects
• Structured internship program that culminates in a portfolio-worthy project presentation to all SHM Staff
• Paid holidays that occur during the internship period

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance