Interior Design Intern Summer 2026

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 25

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging creative work that makes a real impact Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration Do you love to win Then consider joining Wight & Company. Were a nationally recognized award-winning architecture engineering and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo and were looking for a talented professional to join our team.

We are seeking a creative and motivated Interior Design Intern to join our team and contribute to a variety of projects while gaining valuable industry experience. The Interior Design Intern will assist with various aspects of interior design projects providing support to senior designers and project teams. This role offers an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting engage in hands-on design tasks and develop a deeper understanding of the interior design process.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Support: Assist in developing design concepts and documentation including creating mood boards floor plans furniture layouts and material palettes.
Research: Conduct research on interior design trends materials furnishings and finishes to support design development and client presentations.
Documentation: Help in preparing and organizing project documentation including design drawings specifications and presentation materials.
Model Making: Support the creation of physical or digital models and renderings to visualize design concepts and client presentations.
Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings and presentations providing support in preparing materials and documenting client feedback.
Site Visits: Assist in site visits to observe existing conditions assess site constraints and gather information for design development.
Project Coordination: Provide administrative support for project tasks including scheduling meetings preparing agendas and taking meeting minutes.
Learning and Development: Engage in learning opportunities offered by the firm such as workshops and mentorship sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelors or Masters program in Interior Design Architecture or a related field.
Skills: Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite SketchUp and AutoCAD. Basic knowledge of 3D modeling and rendering is a plus.
Creativity: Strong creative skills with a passion for interior design including an eye for aesthetics color and spatial arrangement.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and present ideas clearly.
Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in design and documentation tasks.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to various tasks and projects.

Salary Range: $20 - $25. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical dental vision disability life insurance flexible spending paid holidays paid time off and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company visit our website at .

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetics protected veteran status disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.

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Required Experience:

Intern