DESIGN INTERN — WILLIAM ADAMS DESIGN

NKBA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

William Adams Design, located in San Francisco, is offering a Design Intern position where students will gain hands-on experience in residential interior design. Interns won't be confined to coffee and filing but will work closely with the principal designer on real projects.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an interior design or architecture program and possess working knowledge of AutoCAD. The internship is paid and invites students to engage actively with the design industry.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD required; familiarity with Studio Designer is a plus.
• Available for in-studio days as needed in the Bay Area.
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working in a small studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design research, material sourcing, and finish selections.
• Support drawing production in AutoCAD.
• Attend site visits and vendor meetings as schedule allows.

Skills

AutoCAD

Google Workspace

Attention to detail

AI tools knowledge

Education

Currently enrolled in an interior design, interior architecture, or architecture program

Tools

Studio Designer

Job description

# DESIGN INTERN — WILLIAM ADAMS DESIGN at William Adams DesignSan Francisco, CA · InternshipApply Now## Job DescriptionABOUT WADWilliam 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 OPPORTUNITYWe're looking for a motivated design student 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.WHAT YOU'LL DOAssist with design research, material sourcing, and finish selectionsSupport drawing production in AutoCADHelp prepare client presentation materials and project documentationAssist with project tracking and procurement support in Studio DesignerCollaborate on day-to-day studio operations using Google WorkspaceAttend site visits and vendor meetings as schedule allowsWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORCurrently enrolled in an interior design, interior architecture, or architecture programWorking knowledge of AutoCAD required; familiarity with Studio Designer a plusComfortable working in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)A keen eye for detail and genuine enthusiasm for residential designReliable, professional, and comfortable working in a small studio environmentBay Area-based and available for in-studio days as neededA working knowledge of AI tools and curiosity around how AI can improve design workflows, client communication, project management, and operational efficiencyComfortable adapting to new systems, processes, and technologies in a fast-paced boutique studio environment with a proactive mindsetCOMPENSATIONPaid hourly, commensurate with experience.TO APPLYWe'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume and portfolio via the link below. Applications without a portfolio will not be reviewed. We want to see work that shows your eye, not just your technical skills.Apply Now