Interior Design Intern

In the Interior Design Intern position, you’ll support a collaborative design team working on new construction and renovation projects within the senior living industry. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment while developing technical skills and contributing to real‑world solutions that enhance the quality of life for residents and staff alike.

Direct Supply is building solutions for senior living and healthcare.

• Support the design team across multiple phases of new construction and renovation projects.
• Research life safety, building codes, and regulatory requirements based on existing documentation and site conditions.
• Assist with space planning, concept development, and design intent articulation.
• Help develop preliminary drawings and client‑facing materials including renderings, boards, and presentations.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation such as binders, registrations, and support materials.
• Coordinate reselections and contribute to the creation and organization of construction document legends.

• Effectively collaborates – forges strong partnerships and works productively with others to achieve common goals.
• Invests in development – prioritizes the work most aligned to top skill set and accepts assignments that broaden capabilities.
• Solves problems – uses technology and logic to craft inventive solutions to complex issues.
• Communicates effectively – develops and delivers impactful communications for diverse audiences across channels.
• Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD with a strong desire to explore emerging design technologies and tools.
• Demonstrates initiative in learning building codes and technical regulations.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to support documentation and communication needs.

• Currently enrolled in an Interior Design program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree).
• Availability to work 15–20 hours per week during the academic year.
• Ability to work full‑time during summer and academic breaks.

• Previous experience in design studios, customer service, or a related internship is a plus.
• Familiarity with senior living environments is helpful but not required.
• Job to be performed in the location listed.
• Generous benefit package available.