Interior Design Intern
3/7/2024
Role Description
Our paid internship program provides an immersive learning experience with hands-on opportunities for design on active projects. Our culture of teaching and mentorship is long-standing, and we value the contribution and perspectives that students bring to the studio. At smbw, interns join actual project teams with the responsibilities of a Junior-Level Interior Designer.
Responsibilities
Attend project team meetings to develop and implement thoughtful design solutions.
Develop design concepts and schemes, including material palettes, lighting, and furniture selections.
Creatively and interactively present design concepts and ideas.
Conduct project, jobsite, code, and precedent research.
Work on design documentation, details, and assembly of a full construction document set.
Using Revit, AutoCAD,InDesign, and SketchUP to produce high-quality drawings and renderings.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an accredited program, majoring in architecture, engineering, or interior design.
Ability to work full-time during our 12-week paid internship program (May- August).
Strong graphic and design skills.
Working knowledge in Revit required (Sketch-Up, InDesign, and AutoCAD are helpful).
Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
Apply For The Position
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes and any inquiries to smbw’s Brand Ambassador Andy Lehman. Please include "Summer 2024 Interior Design Internship" in the subject line of your email. You may also direct any questions or inquiries to the same email address.
About smbw
Nestled in the heart of RVA's vibrant Shockoe Slip, smbw is an agile studio that is fueled by a team of passionate, driven creatives. Our commitment to both our team and our craft resonates through everything we do. With a focus on thoughtful, forward-looking, contemporary architecture, interior design, planning, and branding in the Mid-Atlantic Region, we partner with our clients to produce timeless, identity-rich, and mission-driven environments by integrating rigorous technical expertise with stewardship of the urban and natural landscape.
smbw is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.