Junior Designer - 2026 Summer/Fall Internship

Summer/Fall Junior Designer Intern – Sacramento

IA Interior Architects translates client goals, brands and culture into powerful environments built around people, processes, technologies, and business drivers. Our clients in diverse markets worldwide require high-performance, visually compelling, and sustainable environments to move their enterprises forward, support their culture, engage their staff, integrate technology, and drive efficiencies. As architects, designers, workplace strategists, and environmental specialists in the largest global architecture firm concentrating exclusively on interiors, we help clients articulate and align their business strategies and core values with the dynamic use of space.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Enrolled in an NCARB, CIDA, OR NAAB* accredited Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design or other design-related program
Currently enrolled in the third year of a bachelor's program or higher

To be considered, please provide the following information with your online application:

Resume
Portfolio/Samples of Work
Cover Letter not necessary

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Fundamental knowledge of space planning, design methods, construction documentation, detailing, materials and aesthetics
Fundamental Revit/3D Design & CAD skills
Intermediate Adobe Suite skills
Intermediate Hand-Sketching & Rendering skills
Enscape experience encouraged
Familiarity with Autodesk Bim360 and Bluebeam Studio construction management software encouraged
Self-starter
Driven
Highly collaborative
Eager to learn

Example Internship Responsibilities/Roles:

Work under the direct supervision of peers and senior-level staff, the intern will function as an entry-level Junior Designer
Modifying drawings to incorporate design and technical changes
Creating or modifying presentation documents
Selecting finishes and producing finish palettes
Assisting with scheduling vendor presentations and library filing and organization
Assisting with site verifications, field surveys or punch walks