Interior Design Intern

Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Work closely with project managers and engineers on various client projects
• Assist draftsmen, project managers, and engineers in creating and revising technical and conceptual drawings in AutoCAD, Photoshop, and MS Programs
• Assist with client relations including responding to phone calls and emails
• Sit in on client meetings, attend design meetings and assist with selecting materials and design pallets; take notes/meeting minutes and distribute to team members. Expertise in layout, colour, lighting, materials selection, custom furniture and all installations.
• Determine cost of completion and project requirements in the budgeting phase.
• Set a timeline for the completion of an interior design project.
• Perform clerical duties such as taking memos, maintaining and organizing files, make photocopies, prepare marketing and research materials
• Handle general, ad-hoc industry-related errands
• Set up and breakdown conference rooms for client and team meetings
• Attend company functions and networking events
• Prepares BIM models and drawings and co-ordinates using Navisworks and other coordination software
• Shadow multiple positions (ex. Engineer, project manager) and train in a variety of related tasks
• Opportunity to assist in social media brand management including drafting and editing content, handling correspondence and inbound inquiries

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates should be graduated with or pursuing a degree in a field relating to architecture, engineering, interior design, or similar

• Candidates should have a working knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, Revit, Indesign, and MS programs

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently

• Energetic and eager to learn

BENEFITS:

• Gain hands-on experience in the field of architecture and interior design

• Work alongside and shadow a professional in your future field

• Obtain leadership and teamwork experience

• Network and meet mentors and references to help grow your career

• The opportunity to gain exposure in the UAE market.

• Internship prior compensation (subjective to potential full-time hiring)