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Part Time Interior Design Internships Jobs in Illinois

Hasana, Inc.

Design Internship

Chicago, IL

Please note that this is an unpaid internship. As Design Intern for Hasana, Inc. you will have a ... Must be a full or part-time student and working toward a degree * Must be eligible to receive ...

Dal-Tile

Part Time Showroom Sales Specialist (PT)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

As the Part-Time Showroom Sales Specialist , we need someone to provide interior design and product ... Provides interior design advice and product expertise, facilitates tile and stone selection, and ...

Banterra Corp.

Facilities Management Intern

Marion, IL · On-site

$20/hr

... Interior Design, Business Analytics and/or Management, Engineering Technology, and other related ... layout design, and workforce optimization. This is a paid internship and part-time role ...

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What is the difference between Part Time Interior Design Internships vs Part Time Interior Design Assistants?

AspectPart Time Interior Design InternshipsPart Time Interior Design Assistants
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of interior design programTypically experienced or trained interior design support staff
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, design firms, or project sitesDesign firms, showrooms, or client sites
Employer & Industry UsageUsed for training and education purposesUsed for supporting ongoing projects and client work
Search & Comparison IntentLearning opportunities, entry-level experienceAssisting with design tasks, project support

Part Time Interior Design Internships are primarily educational roles for students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, while Part Time Interior Design Assistants are support roles for trained staff helping with project execution. Internships focus on learning, whereas assistants focus on supporting ongoing work.

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Interior Designer Sales Consultant | Oak Brook

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design
Furniture Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Designexternal

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Description: Turn your passion for design and sales into a rewarding career with strong client relationships, performance based growth, and uncapped earning potential. 
At Walter E. Smithe, you will design beautiful, functional spaces, build lasting client relationships, and earn uncapped commission in a supportive, team focused environment.
Whether you come from interior design or a sales background, we provide the training, tools, and mentorship to help you succeed. Both full-time and part-time opportunites are available.
What you'll do:
  • Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision 
  • Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach 
  • Conduct in-home visits and use advanced design tools to bring concepts to life 
  • Primarily custom and special order, including private label brands, as well as Century, American Leather, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Universal, Hooker, and many others. 
  • Manage multiple projects while achieving individual sales goals 
  • Collaborate with a dedicated support team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals

Training & Support: We invest in your success with a career-focused training program:

  • Comprehensive training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills 
  • Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time 
  • Hourly paid training for up to the first 4 months, with the option to transition to commission sooner 
  • Structured learning combined with hands-on experience in a real showroom environment

Compensation & Benefits: 

  • Performance-based commission structure after training with uncapped earning potential 
  • Commission paid on written sales 
  • Monthly and annual performance-based bonuses 
  • Typical earnings range: $40K – $185K+ (performance-based) 
  • Average commission: 7.71% (6.7%–8.6%) 
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance  
  • 401k 
  • PTO, flexible schedules, and employee discounts 
  • Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership 
Requirements:

  Who thrives in this role:

  • People-driven professionals energized by client engagement and relationship building 
  • 3+ years of post-grad experience in retail, sales, or interior design with consultative sales expertise 
  • Confident, enthusiastic individuals capable of leading the sales process 
  • Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path 
  • Organized, professional, and committed to building a long-term design career 
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability