Jr. Interior Designer – Young Projects

Illustrarch LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Projects, an award-winning architecture and interior design firm in Brooklyn, is seeking a Junior Interior Designer with 1–4 years of experience. The role involves assisting in high-end residential and hospitality projects, emphasizing a collaborative spirit and detail-oriented work.

The ideal candidate should be proficient in AutoCAD, InDesign, and Photoshop, and possesses strong problem-solving and organizational skills. This full-time position is based in Dumbo, Brooklyn.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of comparable experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, Excel, and Word.
• Basic understanding of technical design (CDs, details, plans, elevations).

Responsibilities

• Assist in client presentation preparation.
• Retrieval of samples from dealers/showrooms.
• Compile specification booklets.
• Organize and manage the materials library.
• Assist in all phases of procurement.
• Track orders and delivery schedules.
• Maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Eagerness to learn

Understanding of FF&E selection/specification

Education

Degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

InDesign

Photoshop

Excel

Word

Rhino/Enscape

Job description

Young Projects, an award-winning AD100 architecture and interior design firm in Brooklyn, seeks a Junior Interior Designer with 1–4 years of experience to assist with primarily high‑end residential and hospitality projects. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, brings a strong design sensibility, works collaboratively, and can support all project phases—from concept design through procurement and installation.

Key Qualifications:

• Self‑starter with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in person in a fast‑paced (but fun) studio
• Collaborative and kind nature. Position reports to and assists the Interior Design Lead
• Effective at multitasking and personal time management
• Highly organized and great with follow‑through
• Excellent graphic, written, and verbal communication skills
• An eagerness to learn across all project aspects
• Basic understanding of FF&E selection/specification and technical design (CDs, details, plans, elevations)

Responsibilities:

• Assist in client presentation preparation, including sourcing (furniture, fabrics, art, and finishes), presentation design (InDesign and Photoshop), and CAD space planning
• Retrieve samples from dealers/showrooms
• Compile specification booklets
• Organize, update, and manage the materials library
• Assist in all phases of procurement, including proforma/CFA requests, vendor follow‑ups, budget updates, and installation
• Coordinate meeting notes, project status updates, and deliverables
• Track orders and delivery schedules
• Maintain vendor and sourcing relationships and coordinate with dealers/manufacturers

Requirements:

• 1–4 years of comparable experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, Excel, and Word
• Beneficial but not mandatory:
  • Proficiency in Rhino/Enscape for representational purposes
  • Degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Application:

All candidates should submit a resume/CV and portfolio of applicable design work to [e-mail]. Email attachments should not exceed 10MB. The subject line of your email should follow the format “Jr. Interior Designer Application – FirstName LastName”. Please do not call or visit the office in person; physical work samples will not be accepted. Salary range commensurate with experience level. Employment is for a full‑time, in‑office position in Dumbo, Brooklyn.