Interior Design Intern - Summer 2026

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. We’re 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 we’re 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 Bachelor’s or Master’s 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 www.wightco.com.

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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