What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Interior Design position at LEO A DALY?
Overview
LEO A DALY is a leader in the design of the built environment dedicated to transforming the human experience through the power of design. For more than 100 years, we’ve created places that inspire wonder, connect communities and enable great things. Our creative teams combine planning, architecture, engineering, interiors and program management to deliver truly integrated design.
We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers united by a passion for great design.
We own the impact of our work, socially, economically and environmentally. In collaboration with our clients and each other, we create innovative, thoughtful and sustainable solutions to the urgent challenges that face our world.
As a Summer Intern you will perform programming and conceptual design tasks thru preparation of contract documents under the direct supervision of one or more interior designers. Tasks will be in support of architectural and interiors projects related to new construction, renovation, tenant improvement, and FF&E work.
Responsibilities
Summer Interns work as part of a multi-discipline team performing interior design during all phases of multiple simultaneous projects. Summer Interns perform assignments under the direct supervision of one or more interior designers and concentrate on specific design or technical documentation tasks that contribute to overall projects. Assignments include programming, space planning, participating in the design process, preparing design presentations to communicate ideas to clients, FF&E selection, editing specifications, and producing deliverable drawing sets for finish plans, interior elevations, room finish schedules, furniture plans, and interior details.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assists to design and specify project-appropriate interior design requirements
- Assists in selection and documentation of FF&E
- Performs Revit modeling and detailing
- Assists to conduct site investigations and observations
- Assists to prepare narratives, design presentations, boards, drawing and specification documents in accordance with a high degree of quality, yet with regard to project schedule and budget constraints
- Assists to perform cross-discipline discussions and coordination
- Assists with organization and upkeep of the interior design materials library
- Maintains knowledge of current industry trends on space, function, lighting, finishes, furniture and equipment, etc.
- Additional assignments may include attending client and internal meetings, assisting with performing construction contract administration, and assisting with marketing/business development activities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be currently enrolled and working towards a degree in Interior Design from a CIDA accredited University
- Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills and knowledge of other building systems.
- Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-discipline team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency with computer software including Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
- Active involvement and demonstrated leadership skills in extracurricular activities on campus and in the community is preferred.
Why join LEO A DALY?
At LEO A DALY, you will become part of a collaborative design culture and do work that matters. As an integrated design practice, we believe that a diversity of perspectives generates better solutions. We trust and support each other, ask hard questions and solve complex problems. Guided by a spirit of inquiry, we design for people at every scale, creating spaces that elevate individuals, their communities, and the institutions that serve them. Join LEO A DALY - help us transform the world.
EEO Information
LEO A DALY Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. LEO A DALY Company, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 469-357-4232 or by email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see EEO is the law.