Summer Intern - Interior Design

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

SOM invites current architecture/interiors students to join its Summer Internship Program. Interns work with interdisciplinary teams, contribute to design projects, and learn from industry experts in a collaborative environment. Program runs through the summer with hands-on portfolio work and visualization tasks.

Open to returning students in Fall 2027, with opportunities to develop skills in space planning and 2D/3D renderings using Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Suite.

Qualifications

• Be a current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program and returning to school Fall 2027.
• Some experience in interior design or related fields is required.
• Strong design capabilities demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.
• Demonstrates basic abilities in Space Planning 2D/3D drawings and rendering.
• Proficiency in Revit, Rhino and Adobe Suite.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support design teams across SOM’s disciplines.
• Contribute to world-class design projects and learn from experts.
• Develop visualization skills through hands-on tasks and mentorship.

Skills

Portfolio

Space planning 2D/3D

Teamwork & communication

Interior design exposure

Revit

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Education

Interior/Architecture student (bachelor's or master's)

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Job description

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things. Success at SOM Means Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm. Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Summer Internship Program Overview

The Summer Internship Program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, structural & sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. Spend the summer learning from experts in all of our design disciplines, building your design and visualization skills and contributing to world class design projects. Summer Interns participate in a wide range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events. SOM's Summer Internship Program will run from June 7, 2027 until August 13, 2027.

Desired skills and expertise

• Current student in an accredited bachelor’s program or master’s degree program in interiors, architecture or related field of study and returning to school in the Fall of 2027.
• Some experience in the interior design profession or associated arts.
• Strong design capabilities as demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.
• Demonstrates basic abilities in Space Planning 2D/3D drawings and rendering.
• Proficiency in Revit, Rhino and Adobe Suite.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Reminders

You must be returning to school in Fall 2027 to be considered for a summer internship at SOM.

Applicants who do not submit work samples will not be reviewed.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027.

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $25/per hour to $27/per hour.

Working at SOM

Our practice was built to champion inclusivity of expertise, people, and ideas. Together, we cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset that equips our teams to face new challenges. Our studio culture offers opportunities for mentorship, growth, and leadership across project teams, offices, and employee resource groups. SOM is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we have been recognized with the highest ranking awarded on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index. We publish an annual Impact Report as part of our ongoing commitment to advancing equity in our practice and the profession.

Our Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and accident insurance.
• We also offer retirement support, free access to employee assistance programs for employees and family members, workplace flexibility, paid holidays, family leave, and paid time off.
• We reimburse costs for professional licenses, certifications, and exams, and offer specialized, in-house career development and mentorship programs designed to help you advance your knowledge and expertise.

Notice to Applicants

Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc).

Applications without work samples will not be reviewed.

Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB.

Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.