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Paid, Part-Time, Interior Designer Intern JD Designs, Walnut Creek, CA www.JDdesignsllc.com • Compensation: Commensurate with experience - competitive hourly rate • Employment type: part-time • Experience level: mid level • Job title: Interior Design Intern We are an award-winning interior design studio based in Walnut Creek, CA. We work on residential projects, often overseeing both design and build. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, proactive and team-player and excellent communicator. Must be highly disciplined to track your time and to document daily updates for the team through shared files and email and Excel spreadsheets. Required skills include CAD drafting (AutoCAD +/or SketchUp), job estimating and budgeting, and presentation skills. to support our growing studio. RESPONSIBILITIES (included but not limited to): - Support the principal designer through all phases of design, from concept to installation. - Prepare and maintain project documentation (presentations, moodboards, finish & material schedules, orders, budgets, etc) - Communicate with vendors, showrooms, and trades for quotes, order tracking, coordinating deliveries, and gathering information as needed. - Assist with product research and inspired sourcing of furnishings, lighting, accessories, fixtures, finishes, and material options. - Prepare detailed furniture and construction plans, elevations, millwork details, and drawing sets in AutoCAD, according to standard practice. - Occasionally travel to project sites, showrooms, or warehouses. QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or related fields is preferred. - Minimum 2+ years of interior design work experience is preferred - Proficient level of AutoCAD experience (minimum 2+ years is preferred). - Valid Driver's License, reliable car, and car insurance required to run errands and pick up/return items. - Candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or have a valid employment visa to work in the U.S. and be located in Bay Area, California. - Ability to lift 30 pounds. BONUS POINTS: - 3D rendering skills (CAD, Sketchup or other) This is an in-person, 1099 independent contractor position. TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter with resume, references and portfolio including drawings samples. Please include the title of the position in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!