Exhibit Design Intern, Winter/Spring 2027

Deckel & Moneypenny; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support for out-of-state

Job summary

Deckel & Moneypenny is seeking an Exhibit Design Intern to learn how brand experiences come to life through immersive exhibits. You will assist designers in conceptualizing and executing 3D designs, collaborating on concept presentations, and watching concepts come to life in the shop.

The role includes 3D modeling, drafting, and preparing drawing packages, with housing support for out-of-state applicants. In-person work at the Louisville, KY office is required for the winter window or a longer

Qualifications

• Term: 3 weeks (Winter) or 10 weeks (Winter/Spring) of in‑person presence required at Louisville, KY office.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting tools; Vectorworks training provided; Keyshot rendering and Adobe Suite a plus.
• Ability to progress designs with minimal supervision and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze show plans, client briefs, and objectives to develop exhibit concepts.
• Create mood boards, mock-ups, and exhibit style guides.
• Perform 3D modeling and 2D drafting in Vectorworks (training provided).
• Visualize design concepts via hand sketches, 3D models, renderings, and mockups.
• Assist presenters in client and internal meetings.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drafting

Concept development

Attention to detail

Self-management

Tools

Vectorworks

Keyshot

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

As an Exhibit Design Intern at Deckel & Moneypenny, you’ll experience first‑hand on how our team brings brand experiences to life through immersive and captivating exhibits. From putting together concept presentations to seeing exhibits come to life in the shop, you'll witness every aspect of the creative process. You’ll assist the exhibit designers in conceptualizing, communicating, and executing 3D designs to exceed client expectations and deliver unforgettable experiences.

Paid Internship (co‑op)

As an Exhibit Design Intern at Deckel & Moneypenny, you’ll experience first‑hand on how our team brings brand experiences to life through immersive and captivating exhibits. From putting together concept presentations to seeing exhibits come to life in the shop, you'll witness every aspect of the creative process. You’ll assist the exhibit designers in conceptualizing, communicating, and executing 3D designs to exceed client expectations and deliver unforgettable experiences.

Essential Job Functions:

• Analyze show plans, client briefs, and show objectives to develop exhibit concepts.
• Create look‑and‑feel mood boards, compositional mock‑up and exhibit style guides.
• Perform 3D modeling and 2D drafting in Vectorworks (training provided).
• Visualize design concepts through various mediums such as hand sketches, 3D models, computer renderings, and mockups.
• Assist exhibit designers to prepare for client and internal presentations.
• Assist the exhibit design team to prepare comprehensive drawing packages, including concept drawings, construction drawings and setup drawings.

Requirements:

• Term: 3 weeks (Winter) or 10 weeks (Winter/Spring) of in‑person presence required at our Louisville, KY office.
• Software: Must perform 3D modeling and drafting functions in Vectorworks (Training provided); Keyshot rendering and Adobe Suite experiences are a plus.
• Self‑managing: Able to progress 3D designs with minimal supervision and ask questions proactively.
• Attention to detail: Able to manage a large amount of construction, production, and product details to ensure proper planning and execution.

Housing support provided for out‑of‑state applicants.