Interior Design Intern - Summer 2026

rwedesignbuild

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Downers Grove, Illinois

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Responsibilities

The intern will manage the material library, coordinate with vendors, and assist with project documentation and cost tracking. Additionally, they will perform basic Revit tasks and provide general administrative support to the design team.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing an Interior Design degree and have familiarity with Revit, InDesign, and AutoCAD. You are highly organized, proactive, and eager to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative design-build environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Revit

InDesign

AutoCAD

Job Description

RWE Design Build is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Interior Design Intern to join our growing team for Summer 2026! This is a part-time position (15–20 hours per week) for the 2026 summer season. 

The Interior Design Intern will support the design team through material library management, sample coordination, project documentation, and administrative support tasks that help keep projects running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and eager to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative design-build environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

Material Library & Vendor Coordination 

● Maintain and organize the materials library (samples, binders, finish organization, and overall tidiness) 

● Schedule and coordinate library updates with vendor representatives 

● Request samples and obtain finish lead times for active projects 

● Prepare and assemble sample packages for clients and project managers 

Project & Cost Support 

● Maintain and update internal spreadsheets tracking average product costs 

● Support finish selections and documentation processes 

Technical Support 

● Perform basic Revit tasks including: 

○ Sheet setup 

○ View setup 

○ Schedule creation 

● Must have working knowledge of Revit and be comfortable navigating the software 

Team Support

●  Coordinate and schedule team lunches and place catering orders as needed 

● Provide general administrative support to the design team 



Requirements

  • Must be actively in college for an Interior Design degree 

  • Familiarity with Revit, InDesign & AutoCAD 

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively 

  • Professional communication skills when coordinating with vendors and internal teams

  • Positive, team-oriented attitude

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.



Benefits

Recruiter/Agency Policy:​

RWE Design Build is not accepting submissions from outside recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. Any unsolicited resumes sent to RWE Design Build or its employees will be considered the property of RWE Design Build, and no placement fees will be paid.



rwedesignbuild

RWE Design Build is an award winning construction management firm that specializes in the planning, design and construction of Animal, Dental and Medical facilities. As a design build company, we partner with our clients to create space that exceeds their expectations and achieves optimal functionality. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of construction results delivered on time, and on budget. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the changing landscape of the industry, and we operate with integrity, honesty, and reliability. Our executive team takes an active role in all phases of the design and construction process and is fully committed to providing a tailored approach to each project, regardless of size. It is this method that allows us to provide a positive experience for owners and developers. RWE Design Build is a small company with big ideas, big credentials, and big results.
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