Interior Design Intern — Workplace & Furniture Planning

Jobvite, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Consumers Credit Union is seeking an Interior Design Intern to join the Real Estate & Facilities team at our Kalamazoo corporate office. You will support workplace design, furniture planning, and project coordination across multiple locations, gaining hands-on experience and learning about interior design and facilities management.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, dealers, and internal stakeholders, along with mentor sessions and potential college credit.

Qualifications

• College junior or equivalent pursuing a degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related field
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow security guidelines
• Communication Excellence - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with professional rapport-building ability
• Professional Presence - A polished appearance and composed demeanor that supports collaboration with internal and external partners
• Technical Proficiency - Knowledge of current technology and design software, with the ability to easily navigate multiple software applications
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and creative problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with furniture research, finish selections, and product evaluations
• Support workplace planning efforts through furniture layouts and space planning activities
• Create mood boards, presentations, and visual materials for workplace and branch projects
• Help maintain furniture, finish, and workplace standards documentation
• Participate in office visits to assist with field measurements and observations
• Support project teams by organizing drawings, specifications, and project information
• Research workplace trends, employee experience concepts, and innovative furniture solutions
• Collaborate with architects, furniture dealers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to gain exposure to the design and construction process
• Participate in mentor sessions, panels, and role-specific training geared toward advancing your career
• Work with a diverse team in one of the Best & Brightest Companies
• Develop an individual development plan
• Contribute to various potential projects such as: Workplace and office design presentations, Space planning and furniture layout development, Workplace experience and design trend research, Facility improvement and renovation projects, Workplace utilization and optimization initiatives

Skills

Communication Excellence

Professional Presence

Technical Proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing Interior Design degree

Tools

Design software

Job description

Consumers Credit Union is seeking an Interior Design Intern to join the Real Estate & Facilities team at our Kalamazoo corporate office. You will support workplace design, furniture planning, and project coordination across multiple locations, gaining hands-on experience and learning about interior design and facilities management.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects, dealers, and internal stakeholders, along with mentor sessions and potential college credit.