Interior Design Internship

L Interiors; Idaho; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive paid internship

Mentorship from a skilled design team

Potential for future full-time opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A high-end design studio in Idaho is offering a competitive paid Interior Design Internship for emerging designers. This part-time, temporary role will provide hands-on exposure to the interior design process, allowing interns to assist with project tasks, maintain a sample library, and learn from experienced professionals. The ideal candidate will be curious, organized, and motivated, with a background in Interior Design preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this collaborative role.

Qualifications

• Background in Interior Design preferred.
• Part-time, temporary internship.
• Strong conceptual thinking and communication skills.
• Curiosity for hands-on project exposure.
• Professional, communicative, and detail-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for samples.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project tasks including research and documentation.
• Assist designers with project tasks across all phases.
• Maintain and organize the sample library.
• Conduct research for materials and finishes.
• Organize client files and prepare documents.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and assist with errands.
• Contribute to a positive studio environment.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative studio environment.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

Clear communication

Organizational abilities

Curiosity

Attention to detail

Education

Coursework or training in Interior Design

Job description

Latham (L) Interiors offers a paid Interior Design Internship for emerging designers eager to gain experience in a high-end residential studio. This part-time, temporary role provides exposure to the many facets of interior design while working alongside a talented, collaborative team.

Our studio focuses on thoughtful residential projects shaped by the mountain environment. We’re looking for an intern who is curious, organized, and motivated to support the team through research, drawings, and day-to-day project tasks while learning from active project work.

The Interior Design Intern will assist the designers and gain experience across different phases depending on their skill set. They may participate in construction site visits, in-office vendor presentations, weekly design reviews, and client meetings. Interns will help maintain the sample library and assist with furniture and finish research and documentation. Throughout the internship, they will work closely with our Principal and design team, gaining meaningful exposure to studio standards and workflows with the potential to grow into a future full-time role.

Responsibilities

• Support the design team across day-to-day project tasks, contributing research, documentation, and studio organization. This role provides hands‑on exposure to the interior design process while assisting designers in a fast‑paced, professional environment.
• Assist designers with project tasks across concept development, design development, and documentation.
• Help maintain the sample library by organizing materials, updating pricing and records, and managing physical and digital samples.
• Conduct research for materials, furniture, finishes, and imagery through vendor resources and online platforms.
• Support administrative tasks including organizing client files, preparing documents, and managing sample shipments and correspondence.
• Communicate professionally with vendors to gather pricing, product information, availability, and specification details.
• Assist with errands such as picking up or delivering samples, mock‑ups, or materials between the studio and local vendors.
• Contribute to a positive, organized, and collaborative studio environment while learning from active project work.

Requirements

• Background & Education: Coursework or training in Interior Design preferred.
• Position: Part-time, temporary internship based in Sun Valley, ID.
• Skills: Strong conceptual thinking, clear communication, and solid organizational abilities.
• Creative Abilities: Curiosity and willingness to learn through hands‑on project exposure.
• Professional Skills: Ability to support designers with accuracy, follow‑through, attention to detail.
• Industry Expertise: Interest in furniture, materials, and finishes, with readiness to assist in research and selection.
• Personal Qualities: Professional, communicative, and comfortable interacting with vendors and team members.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed for samples and materials.
• Studio Standards: Upholds studio policies, procedures, and professional conduct, contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive paid interior design internship.
• Hands‑on project exposure within a high‑end residential studio.
• Mentorship and skill development from an experienced design team.
• Potential for long‑term growth and future full‑time LI opportunities.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for a position, send information to [e-mail].

Please note that:

• Candidates must send an electronic cover letter, resume, and a portfolio illustrating samples of your best work. Portfolios should be no larger than 8 MB in size.
• If you would like to provide additional samples of your work, please include a link in your portfolio or cover letter.
• Please, no phone calls pertaining to this position.