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Interior Design Intern Jobs in Berkeley, CA (NOW HIRING)

This is an intermediate-level Interior Design Coordinator role with minimum 2 years of experience. You will support the interior design team and work collaboratively with the architectural team ...

This is an intermediate-level Interior Design Coordinator role with minimum 2 years of experience. You will support the interior design team and work collaboratively with the architectural team ...

The Director of Interior Design will establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice, serving as the company's interior design expert across Retail, Merchandising, Product Development, Brand ...

* Establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice * Define design principles for creating Oasis across every customer touchpoint * Serve as the company's interior design expert and trusted partner ...

The Director of Interior Design will establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice, serving as the company's interior design expert across Retail, Merchandising, Product Development, Brand ...

The Director of Interior Design will establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice, serving as the company's interior design expert across Retail, Merchandising, Product Development, Brand ...

The Director of Interior Design will establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice, serving as the company's interior design expert across Retail, Merchandising, Product Development, Brand ...

The Director of Interior Design will establish and lead Thuma's interior design practice, serving as the company's interior design expert across Retail, Merchandising, Product Development, Brand ...

Design Assistants play an integral role in supporting key phases of a design project's lifecycle in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design. They are innovators with an entrepreneurial ...

Design Assistants play an integral role in supporting key phases of a design project's lifecycle in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design. They are innovators with an entrepreneurial ...

They will work in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design to ensure the clients' design needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Our Design Consultants are innovators with an ...

They will work in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design to ensure the clients' design needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Our Design Consultants are innovators with an ...

They will work in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design to ensure the clients' design needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Our Design Consultants are innovators with an ...

They will work in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design to ensure the clients' design needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Our Design Consultants are innovators with an ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for interior design intern in Berkeley, CA is $23.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.64 and $26.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an interior design intern do?

An Interior Design Intern supports professional interior designers in the planning, design, and execution of interior spaces. Their tasks may include assisting with project research, preparing mood boards, sourcing materials, creating drawings or renderings, and helping with client presentations. Interns gain valuable hands-on experience by shadowing designers, learning about industry tools, and participating in meetings with clients and vendors. This role is a great way to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects and develop practical skills for a future career in interior design.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an interior design intern?

To thrive as an Interior Design Intern, you typically need a background in interior design or a related field, a strong design portfolio, and a basic understanding of design principles. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is often required, along with knowledge of project management tools. Creativity, attention to detail, effective communication, and a willingness to learn are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting design teams, contributing innovative ideas, and ensuring client satisfaction in a collaborative work environment.

What is the difference between Interior Design Intern vs Interior Designer?

AspectInterior Design InternInterior Designer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recently completed relevant educationProfessional certification or degree in interior design
Work EnvironmentAssisting in projects, learning, supporting senior staffLeading projects, client consultations, project management
Employer & Industry UsageInternship programs, entry-level positions in design firmsFull-time professional roles in design firms or independently
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles, gaining experienceSeeking professional design services or career info

In summary, an Interior Design Intern is a student or recent graduate gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while an Interior Designer is a licensed professional responsible for managing design projects independently.

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Infographic showing various Interior Design Intern job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Internship, 60% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,350 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Interior Design Coordinator

San Francisco, CA • On-site


Stantec
Specialized Design Services • 10K+ employees

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

123rd of 450 rated engineering

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


$71K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description


Your Opportunity
You will work on tasks under the guidance of a Senior Interior Designer. This is an intermediate-level Interior Design Coordinator role with minimum 2 years of experience. You will support the interior design team and work collaboratively with the architectural team conceptualizing, developing, and documenting varying aspects of interior design of a project, including but not limited to space planning, interior architecture, interior materials and palette, specifications, FFE and signage.
Your Key Responsibilities
  • Supports interior design teams in the development of design documentation
  • Participates in the development of interior design in accordance with cost parameters and ensures interior design intent is maintained through documentation and construction.
  • Develops the interior design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats to express the design intent and coordinate with Project Designer.
  • Utilizes BIM technologies in the development of three-dimensional models of interiors and their components.
  • Participates in design critiques and pin-ups.
  • Assists in the validation that design complies with building codes, ADA guidelines and LEED per project type and requirements.
  • Assists in the selections of interior systems and materials, finishes and fixtures.
  • Participates in the completion of FFE scope tasks from design and selection through bid, coordinating with specific client standards and project needs.
  • Participates in the completion of signage coordination scope tasks from design and selection through bid, coordinating with specific client standards and project needs.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to the profession and the firm by participating in and volunteering with a professional organization and working towards commercial interior design certification and/or licensure.
  • Performs Construction Administration tasks to support the scope of work.

Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes.
  • Basic understanding of all phases of architectural construction document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building program.
  • Ability to develop floor plans, elevations, and details.
  • Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
  • Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of document production
  • Ability to engage in creative and critical thought. To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
  • Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material. To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written).
  • Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Abobe Creative Suite; Prefer experience with Enscape, AI, SketchUP, Newforma, Bluebeam.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Interior Design or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
  • Must have valid driver's license and clean MVR

Hybrid office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Field work may include exposure to active construction sites.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.
About Us
Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
About the Team
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements


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