Architecture & Interior Design Intern

YellowSquare; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 4,500 - 8,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-track internship

Meal vouchers

Employee discounts

Job summary

YellowSquare in Milan seeks an Architecture & Interiors Intern to support design development across multiple active sites. You will prepare layouts, 2D drawings, and 3D models, contributing to new openings and ongoing improvements.

This role offers exposure to development strategy, project delivery, and collaboration with senior architects. Ideal candidates are final-year students or recent graduates in Architecture or Interior Design with hands-on CAD skills and basic Italian or English.

Qualifications

• Student in final year of bachelor’s or master’s degree (Student Track) or recent graduate in Architecture or Interior Design (Graduate Track).
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD, InDesign, and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with SketchUp, Rhino, or another 3D modeling tool is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Excel and Google Workspace.
• Basic Italian or basic English; willing to improve through daily teamwork.
• Attention to detail, curiosity and highly organized approach.
• Proactive mindset and ownership of work.

Responsibilities

• Architecture & Interiors: Prepare layouts, 2D drawings, 3D models, material proposals, and presentations for new openings and improvements to existing properties.
• Feasibility & New Projects: Assess potential buildings through site visits, layout studies, and preliminary design/permitting research.
• Project Coordination: Support five active construction projects by updating drawings, tracking open points, and coordinating information.
• Materials, Furniture & Suppliers: Research products, request quotations, compare options, and assist purchasing.
• Facility Management: Work with maintenance and operations teams to solve issues and coordinate interventions with suppliers.
• Project Documentation: Keep drawings and technical documents organized and up to date.

Skills

AutoCAD

InDesign

Photoshop

SketchUp

Rhino

Excel

Google Workspace

Education

Final-year student (Bachelor/Master)

Recent graduate in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

InDesign

Photoshop

SketchUp

Rhino

Job description

Are you a creative, detail-oriented design enthusiast eager to see your ideas come to life in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to build spaces where innovation, functionality, and guest experience go hand in hand?

If you haven’t heard about us yet, let us introduce ourselves: YellowSquare is more than just a hostel chain, it’s a dynamic and ever-growing network of spaces in Rome, Milan, Athens, and Florence. But here’s the thing: we’re not just a place to stay—we’re a Square. YellowSquare is a hub where travelers and locals connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful experiences. Our goal? To redefine hospitality by making it immersive, social, and unforgettable.

For our Milan location (Porta Romana, with some flexibility for remote work), we are looking for an Architecture & Interior Design Intern to support the design, development, and daily improvement of our spaces. With five active construction sites in Naples, Bologna, Milan, Venice, and Catania, you will join us during a thrilling phase of expansion.

Why join us?

• Grow with us: We see this internship as the beginning of a longer journey. Depending on your academic stage, this path may lead to a permanent full-time role based on performance and mutual fit. Many of our current team members started as interns!
• Direct exposure: You will work closely with YellowSquare’s Founder, Head of Development, and the local architects leading each project, gaining hands‑on experience in design decisions, development strategy, and project delivery.
• Drive innovation: You’ll play a key role in turning our community-driven vision into places that work well, feel welcoming, and bring people together.
• Be part of an international team: We believe in smart leadership, collaboration, and crafting exceptional experiences, giving you a base in our vibrant Milan Square.

What we offer:

• A structured internship path (Two Tracks):
  • Student Track (Curricular): Part‑time (20 hours/week) for 2 months. Allowance: €400 per month. (Can count towards academic credits, subject to university approval).
  • Graduate Track: Full‑time (40 hours/week) for 3 months. Allowance: €800 per month.
• €8 daily meal vouchers.
• Employee discounts across YellowSquare properties and access to corporate partnerships.

Who are we looking for?

• A student in the final year of a bachelor’s or master’s degree (for the Student Track) OR a recent graduate in Architecture or Interior Design (for the Graduate Track).
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD, InDesign, and Photoshop. Familiarity with SketchUp, Rhino, or another 3D modeling tool is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Excel and Google Workspace.
• Basic Italian or basic English: Either language is sufficient to start, but we welcome a willingness to improve through daily teamwork.
• Attention to detail, curiosity, and a highly organized approach.
• A proactive mindset—someone willing to ask questions, propose solutions, and follow tasks through.
• A strong interest in both the design of new spaces and how they perform in everyday use.
• Availability for occasional site visits and travel within Italy.
• Note: We do not expect you to know everything already. We want someone keen to learn, who takes ownership of their work and enjoys making things happen.

Our Values:

You should be someone who truly embodies our core values—a strong sense of community, a commitment to inclusion and respect, a passionate and enthusiastic mindset, an open-minded approach, eco-conscious awareness, and a dedication to gender equality.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Architecture & Interiors: Preparing layouts, 2D drawings, 3D models, material proposals, and presentations for new openings and improvements to existing properties.
• Feasibility & New Projects: Helping assess potential buildings through site visits, layout studies, and preliminary research into design and permitting requirements.
• Project Coordination: Supporting our five active construction projects by updating drawings, tracking open points, and coordinating information between all parties involved.
• Materials, Furniture & Suppliers: Researching products, requesting quotations, comparing options, and supporting purchasing.
• Facility Management: Working with our maintenance and operations teams to understand practical issues, explore solutions, and help coordinator suppliers and interventions.
• Project Documentation: Keeping drawings, technical documents, and project information impeccably organized and up to date.