Intern - Interior Design

This is an in-office position in Grand Rapids, MI. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways: Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. Assisting design team throughout entire design processCollaborate in brainstorm sessions, and project team meetingsConduct programming efforts, space planning, and furniture layoutsAssist in material, lighting, appliance, furniture, and accessory selectionAssist within the Materials LibraryPossess/demonstrate communication skills to work with all assigned project team members and motivated to engage and ask questions.Assist in preparing presentations, conceptual drawings, sketches and/or 3d images/renderings based on the candidate's proficiency, skill, and knowledgeStay updated on industry standards and best practices in interior design.Perform related interior design duties as assigned.Requirements Currently a student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work , Crain’s Cool Place to Work , and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects .Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested.Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world.Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities.