Interior Design Summer Intern

DAHLIN is currently accepting applications for an Interior Design Intern in our San Diego, CA office!

We offer PAID short-term summer internships in a rewarding, creative atmosphere with our award-winning teams! Interns can expect to work on a variety of tasks similar to entry‑level staff, and the tasks will vary depending on our current project needs. This is a great opportunity to make new connections and gain real‑world experience.

This summer internship is for a limited term of up to 90 days and requires being onsite in the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Interior Design school or program in the USA
• Good listening skills, willingness to learn from others, and strong follow‑through
• Currently eligible to work in the USA

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit / BIM
• Graphic and rendering skills using software such as Photoshop, InDesign, Sketch Up, 3DMax, Rhino

The pay rate for this hourly position is $20.00 – $25.00 depending on qualifications.

DAHLIN is a diverse, award-winning architecture, planning, and interiors firm practice with offices located throughout the Western United States. We offer more than 45 years of experience building communities where we live and work, driven by the vision of creating places that promote human fulfillment and well‑being. This same Passion for Place® starts with our own working environment – a positive community where people thrive.

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Please include a cover letter with your resume (PDF or Word/5MB max) that tells us why you are our ideal candidate and why you want to work for our firm. Inquiries that do not follow these instructions may not be considered.

Including a link to an online portfolio is a huge plus! We regret that due to the large volume of inquiries, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding the status of applications. We'll be sure to contact you if we need more information. Apply now! #LI-hybrid

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to welcoming and supporting a diverse community of professionals. As such, women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. Our firm participates in E‑Verify.

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