FF&E Design Intern

Summary: NICOLEHOLLIS is a design studio located in San Francisco seeking a talented and motivated post-graduate design intern to assist their design team. The intern will gain hands-on experience in interior design, working on various projects while collaborating with experienced professionals in a supportive environment. Responsibilities: - Assist Design Team in development of preliminary space planning, design concept studies and sketches, design presentations, moodboards, 3D models & visualization, rendered floorplans & elevations, specifications packages (finishes, FF&E, etc.), custom furniture design, and furniture package - Coordination and correspondence with various consultants, vendors, manufacturers, fabricators and contractors - Assist in coordinating/requesting pricing, lead-times, material samples, and procurement - Finishes and furniture product research and sourcing - Update schedules, budgets, meeting notes, purchase orders, specifications, folders and files, archiving, organize project materials and submittals, resource library, vendor contacts and more - Assist in overall maintenance of materials library under supervision of Librarian (sorting fabrics samples, organizing finish samples, updating labels and catalogs, and more) - Coordinating pickups and drop-offs to the Design Center and showrooms - Attend and represent the Company at industrial events, trade shows, and networking events - Efficiently work with a team of designers and administrators, demonstrating strong collaborative and communication skills Required Qualifications: - Recent graduate with a degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field - Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, MS Suite, Sketchup, or similar 3D modeling software) - Strong visual, written, and verbal communication skills - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment - Self-motivated and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines - A strong passion for interior design and innovation - Ability to lift 25lbs and transport items in and out of vehicles - Ability to work on feet/run errands for 4+ hours per day as needed - Ability to sit at a desk for 6+ hours per day Preferred Qualifications: - Previous internships or experience in the design industry are a plus but not required Required Skills: Interior Design, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop Important Skills: Sketchup, 3D modeling Nice-to-Have Skills: Passion for design, Communication skills, Team collaboration, Self-motivated