DESIGN INTERN

William Adams Design; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person internship

Job summary

William Adams Design in the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a motivated interior design student for a hands-on design intern role. This in-person internship partners you with the principal designer on real residential projects, guiding you from concept through construction documentation while you sharpen AutoCAD skills and material sourcing.

You will join a boutique studio that values detail, client relationships, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an interior design, interior architecture, or architecture program.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD required; Studio Designer a plus.
• Comfortable using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive).
• Keen eye for detail and enthusiasm for residential design.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design research, material sourcing, and finish selections.
• Support drawing production in AutoCAD.
• Help prepare client presentation materials and project documentation.
• Assist with project tracking and procurement support in Studio Designer.
• Collaborate on day-to-day studio operations using Google Workspace.
• Attend site visits and vendor meetings as schedule allows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Pursuing interior design/architecture program

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio Designer

Google Workspace

AI tools

Job description

DESIGN INTERN — WILLIAM ADAMS DESIGN

Location: Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area (In-person only)

Type: Part-Time, Paid

Start: Flexible

About Wad

William Adams Design is a boutique interior architectural design studio with over 22 years of experience and 500+ completed projects across California. We specialize in high-end residential remodels including kitchens, bathrooms, whole home design, and interior design. We are known for our attention to detail, thoughtful process, and strong client relationships. This is a studio that takes design seriously.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for a motivated design student in the Oakland/San Francisco Bay area to join us in a hands‑on internship role. This isn't a coffee-and-filing position; you'll work directly alongside the principal designer on real projects, gaining exposure to the full arc of residential interior design from concept through construction documentation.

Gain direct exposure to the professional residential design industry through William Adams’ active involvement with the NKBA Northern California Chapter (National Kitchen & Bath Association) including opportunities to build connections with respected industry professionals, vendors, and trade partners.

Once onboarded, this position may have remote work days.

What You'll Do

• Assist with design research, material sourcing, and finish selections
• Support drawing production in AutoCAD
• Help prepare client presentation materials and project documentation
• Assist with project tracking and procurement support in Studio Designer
• Collaborate on day‑to‑day studio operations using Google Workspace
• Attend site visits and vendor meetings as schedule allows

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an interior design, interior architecture, or architecture program
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD required; familiarity with Studio Designer a plus
• Comfortable working in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
• A keen eye for detail and genuine enthusiasm for residential design
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working in a small studio environment
• Bay Area‑based and available for in‑studio days as needed
• A working knowledge of AI tools and curiosity around how AI can improve design workflows, client communication, project management, and operational efficiency
• Comfortable adapting to new systems, processes, and technologies in a fast‑paced boutique studio environment with a proactive mindset

Compensation

Paid hourly, commensurate with experience. Relocation pay not included.