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Interior Design Student Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Design
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field. Strong portfolio, communication, teamwork, and proficiency in Revit, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office are essential.
  • You will assist with design phases, FFE selections, create drawings, conduct research, prepare renderings, manage the design library, order samples, and visit job sites for condition verification.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in and working toward a Bachelor or Master's in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture. Enrolled in and working toward a Bachelor or Master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
  • Strong creative design portfolio as well as strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and multi-tasking skills a must.
  • Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

  • Under direct supervision of the Interior Design leader, assist the design team in all project phases including Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
  • Under direct supervision, assist with furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) selections, layouts and documentation throughout all phases of interior design work, as required.
  • May assist in the design development and documentation of interior spaces, including drawings of floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, pattern plans, elevations, details, room finishes, etc.
  • May conduct research as directed for product and finish selections; assist in the development of finish plans and specifications.
  • Assist in preparing computerized renderings and other presentation materials.
  • Assist in producing drawings and perform support functions as directed in conformance with project time, cost and quality constraints.
  • Follow CannonDesign drawing standards.
  • In some offices, may maintain the Interior Design library by organizing and continually updating new and discontinued materials as determined by office.
  • May order samples and materials from vendors.
  • May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
  • May perform other duties as required.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Interior Design Student Intern?

The primary responsibilities include assisting the design team in all project phases, supporting furniture, fixtures, and equipment selections, conducting research for product and finish selections, preparing presentations, producing drawings, maintaining the Interior Design library, and visiting job sites to verify conditions and observe construction progress.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in and working towards a Bachelor or Master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture from an accredited program. A strong creative design portfolio, along with solid communication, teamwork, organizational skills, and proficiency in required software, is also essential.

What software proficiency is preferred for this position?

Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, along with required proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What is the hourly pay range for this internship?

The hourly pay range for this position is $20.50 to $24.50, depending on location and the experience of the final candidate.

What benefits does CannonDesign offer to interns?

CannonDesign offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, flexible schedules, hybrid work options, a 401k plan, and employee perk programs.

How does CannonDesign prioritize equity and inclusion in the workplace?

CannonDesign is committed to ensuring equitable practices for all employees and is dedicated to diversity and inclusion efforts through the leadership of their DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups, and community advocacy initiatives.

How can candidates apply for this internship position?

Candidates can only apply through the CannonDesign company careers site. It’s important not to enter information or apply on other platforms to avoid potential scams.

Are there opportunities for site visits during the internship?

Yes, interns may visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress as part of the internship responsibilities.

What is the culture like at CannonDesign?

CannonDesign fosters a communication-oriented, transparent culture that focuses on client satisfaction and a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Is training a requirement for employment at CannonDesign?

Yes, all employees, including interns, are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes.

We design solutions that help people continuously flourish. Living-Centered Design is how we do it.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1945
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As an integrated design firm, we do a lot of things. But at our core, we help people continuously flourish. We leverage the heart, passion and intelligence of our more than 1,000 creative thinkers to develop solutions for some of the greatest challenges facing our clients and society. Whether designing for equity in education, accessible healthcare, inclusive communities, new scientific discoveries or the “next big idea” in business, we partner with organizations to help them improve human life. We do this through a design approach we created called Living-Centered Design. Our approach realizes that to create a world where people continuously flourish, we must address the complex interdependencies that exist between people, businesses, communities, society and the environment.