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Entry Level Automotive Interior Trim Design Jobs

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$67K - $87K/yr

... molding and interior trim , Surface A Class Paint Quality in Interior Trim with Automotive problem solving of A-Class Surface Defects good exp with Paint Quality in Interior Trim Good exp with ...

Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless ... * Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate ...

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How much do entry level automotive interior trim design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level automotive interior trim design in the United States is $26.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Automotive Interior Trim Design vs Entry Level Automotive Exterior Body Panel Design?

AspectEntry Level Automotive Interior Trim DesignEntry Level Automotive Exterior Body Panel Design
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in industrial design, automotive design, or engineeringRequires a degree in mechanical engineering, automotive design, or related fields
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, manufacturing plants, and CAD software environmentsDesign studios, prototyping labs, and CAD software environments
Industry UsageUsed by automotive manufacturers focusing on interior aesthetics and comfortUsed by manufacturers focusing on vehicle aerodynamics and structural integrity

Both roles involve CAD software and design skills, but interior trim design emphasizes aesthetics and comfort, while exterior body panel design focuses on aerodynamics and durability. They share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, making them closely related but distinct specialties within automotive design.

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What are the most commonly searched types of Automotive Interior Trim Design jobs? The most popular types of Automotive Interior Trim Design jobs are:
Infographic showing various Entry Level Automotive Interior Trim Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,594 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Automotive Interior Repair Technician

Carvana

Chesterfield, VA

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Carvana rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 730 rated retailers


Job description

We're looking for Auto Interior Repair/Glass Repair Technicians with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive interior repair and/or glass repair experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

As a Mid-Level Interior Repair/Glass Repair Technician, you'll be expected to be highly skilled in interior repair and glass repair including:

  • Repairing damaged cloth/fabric, leather, plastic, vinyl, and other upholstery
  • Repairing center consoles, seats, dashboards, headliners, plastic, and stitching
  • Color matching/dying cloth and fabric
  • Repairing stars, bullseyes, combination breaks, cracks, and scratches in windows/windshields

At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.


Other perks of the Job

  • 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
  • Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
  • ASE and tool reimbursement programs
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We're looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.


How To Get Started
Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 836-4911, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM MST (9AM to 7PM ET).


Not a match for this role?
We have a variety of paint roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see other roles available to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:

  • Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
  • Entry-Level Painter (min 1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
  • Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths
  • Experienced Painter (min 5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles.

We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 17 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:

  • Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
  • Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: LOF (Lube, Oil, and Filter), Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
  • Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Lot Attendant), Photobooth, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles

General qualifications and requirements

  • Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
  • An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
  • Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment

About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period.
To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.
Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.


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About Carvana

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At Carvana, we sell cars, but we're not salespeople. Since 2013, we've been making it our mission to change the way people buy cars. We saw a huge problem with how much it can suck to buy a car the traditional way, so we committed ourselves to tackling one of the largest, yet-to-be-disrupted markets in the world - the $1T per year U.S. car market (yes, that's $Trillion with a "T").

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

Year founded

2011