Interior Design Assistant - Hands-On, Full-Cycle Projects

Desa Design Studio; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Desa Design Studio in Naperville, IL is seeking a Design Assistant to join our close-knit team. This full‑time role supports the Principal Designer and design team from concept through completion, offering hands‑on experience with concept development, 3D modeling, finish and furnishing selections, construction documentation, procurement, and installation.

This in‑office position in Naperville includes client meetings, site visits, vendor appointments, and occasional work-from-home flexibility as

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design from an accredited college or university.
• 1–3 years of professional interior design experience preferred.
• Proficiency in SketchUp required.
• Ability to read and understand floor plans and elevations.
• Familiarity with Studio Designer is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with space planning and furniture layouts.
• Source furniture, lighting, materials, finishes, and accessories.
• Assist with SketchUp models and design presentations.
• Gather and organize product specifications, selections, and samples.
• Enter and maintain project selections within Studio Designer.
• Request pricing, samples, and product information from vendors.
• Assist with preparation for client presentations and meetings.
• Maintain organized project documentation and design resources.
• Attend site visits and assist with field measurements as needed.
• Assist with project installations and final styling.
• Provide day‑to‑day design support to the Principal Designer and design team.

Skills

Strong design eye

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

SketchUp

Studio Designer

Job description

Desa Design Studio in Naperville, IL is seeking a Design Assistant to join our close-knit team. This full‑time role supports the Principal Designer and design team from concept through completion, offering hands‑on experience with concept development, 3D modeling, finish and furnishing selections, construction documentation, procurement, and installation.

This in‑office position in Naperville includes client meetings, site visits, vendor appointments, and occasional work-from-home flexibility as