Interior Design Intern

Hiring – March/April 2026- St. Paul, MN

NewStudio Architecture is actively seeking a motivated interior design student to assist on a variety of projects across the firm in residential, workplace, and retail sectors. The position is 15+ hours per week, depending on the applicant’s availability. We are seeking a student who is self-motivated, organized, professional, and excited to learn and have increasing responsibility in a firm setting.

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    • Assist in the selection and specification of FF+E, as well as furniture

    • Work with project teams in all phases, from schematic sketches through presentation ‘boards’ to illustrate design intent and selections

    • Support the development and documentation of interior architecture and design drawings and details (REVIT)

    • May participate in the Construction Administration of projects, review of submittals, and finish samples

    • Assist with the preparation of high-end media materials for client presentations

    • Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

    Additional duties may be assigned

  • Candidates should currently be working on a bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture.

    Additionally preferred:

    • Enrollment in an accredited program

    • College juniors (or those with only one year left in their program of study)

    • Fun, relaxed environment

    • Flexible hours/schedule

    • Free parking

  • Position requires a valid driver’s license. 

    ​​To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Language Ability

    Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

    Computer Skills

    To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Revit software; AutoCAD; Adobe Photoshop; Adobe Illustrator; SketchUp; project management software (Design Manager) and Microsoft PowerPoint.

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. 

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NewStudio Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State, or local laws.

Recruiters, please do not contact NewStudio.

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