Interior Design Internship

Job Description

About the Company

Olson Kundig is the direct client for whom this internship is offered. They are an architectural and design firm. The job posting indicates their commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), stating that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to various protected characteristics such as race, color, ancestry, gender, age, religion, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, national origin, disability, or genetic information. They also offer reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and conduct criminal background checks for positions with access to confidential information.

The firm is committed to fair and competitive pay practices, reflecting internal pay equity. The hiring range for this position in Seattle is $25.75/hour. Final salary decisions are based on the candidate’s education and experience, internal equity, and external market factors.

About the Job Description

This is a six-month paid Interior Design Internship offered by Olson Kundig. It is open to interior design students and interior design school graduates from around the world.

Program Goal:
The primary goal of the internship is to provide participants with experience and exposure to the many facets of interior design practice. Interns will gain invaluable experience applying their knowledge and skills learned through education in a professional business environment, working alongside world-class professionals.

Primary Job Responsibilities:
The intern will support Interior Designers and Architects with all aspects of project work, including conceptual, design development, and construction documentation in a fast-paced professional setting.

Duties May Include:
• Sample Library Management: Organizing and updating information and price lists, including filing and returning samples, maintaining electronic library, database, and physical samples.
• Design Software Utilization: Creating floor plans and furniture plans using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Hand Sketching: Capable of hand sketching/coloring 3-dimensional images of interiors and furniture.
• Research: Conducting research for materials, furniture, and photographic images through hardcopy and online sources.
• Digital Asset Management: Downloading and editing images and files from websites and catalogs for use in Revit, Photoshop, or InDesign presentations.
• Administrative Support: Updating and filing paperwork, organizing client files, preparing transmittals, packaging and mailing samples/correspondence.
• Vendor Communication: Engaging in telephone and face-to-face meetings with sales representatives or showrooms, researching pricing, spec sheets, and stock checks.
• Errands: Assisting with pick-up/delivery between various locations and Olson Kundig’s office (e.g., picking up samples, mock-ups).

Opportunities and Exposure for Interns:
Interns may:
• Assist project teams and gain experience at different project phases.
• Utilize their skills in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or hand sketching.
• Assist with research and selection of furniture and finishes.
• Attend construction site visits.
• Participate in in-office speaker series and weekly design critiques.
• Attend Interiors Studio meetings.
• Meet and organize/attend vendor presentations.
• Maintain the sample library.

Requirements:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or currently enrolled college student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, preferably from a CIDA accredited program.
• Interest: Must have an interest in a career in interior design.
• Technical Skills: Strong user of Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Windows-based software solutions.
• Soft Skills: Strong conceptual, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge: General knowledge of current furniture, material, and building finish products. Knowledge in LEED requirements is a plus.

Other Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of climbing, standing, and working on a 6’-0” ladder.

How to Apply:
• Candidates must complete an online application.
• Attach an electronic cover letter, resume, and a portfolio.
• Portfolio Requirements:
• Illustrate samples of your best work.
• No larger than 8MB in size.
• Uploaded as a compressed PDF.
• Easily printable at 8 ½” x 11” or 11” x 17” format without compromising presentation.
• If providing additional samples, include a link in your portfolio or cover letter.
• Do not make phone calls pertaining to this position.

Important Notes for Applicants:
• Interns from countries outside of the U.S. are responsible for obtaining the necessary paperwork enabling them to work in the U.S., although the firm will provide a letter stating its offer of employment.
• All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must already possess long-term work authorization.

Questions:
For questions about this posting, contact support@lensa.com.