Design Assistant

Melissa Colgan Interiors is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic Design Assistant to join our Georgetown studio. This is an entry-level, support-oriented position for someone eager to learn the inner workings of a high-end residential interior design firm. Working closely with the Principal, Designers, and Project Managers, the Design Assistant helps keep projects organized and moving forward from sourcing and sampling through procurement, installation, and photography. This is an assistant position, not a Junior Designer role. While there are opportunities to participate in the creative process, primary responsibilities include: Supporting the Principal and Project Managers across multiple residential projects at various stages of design and implementation. Requesting samples, quotes, pricing, availability, and product information. Assisting with proposals, purchase orders, and project documentation. Maintaining project records and tracking orders through production, receiving, and delivery. Following up with vendors and flagging delays, damages, or discrepancies. Assisting with presentations, client meetings, installations, styling, and photo shoots. Coordinating deliveries, installers, workrooms, and trades. Maintaining the design library and assisting with scheduling, correspondence, packages, errands, and general studio administration. This is a full-time, in-person position based in our Georgetown studio. Typical office hours are 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. We work hard during office hours but value maintaining boundaries around work, with minimal work expected outside normal hours aside from occasional project needs. As a small studio, everyone’s contribution matters. We’re looking for someone who approaches everything—from preparing a beautiful client presentation to tracking shipments, organizing samples, or repeatedly following up with a vendor—with the same level of care.