Your role
as an intern in the design center, you will work support the regional resource director in maintaining our material library. The material library exists as a resource for designers and architects to find samples of products for their projects. Please note that the start date of the internship can be flexible, however, you must be available for a minimum internship duration of three months.
what you will do during this internship- gain knowledge of materials by experiencing presentations and sitting in on manufacturer's sales rep product meetings- daily filing, organization and weeding of existing materials. Labeling, ordering new samples, corresponding with sales representatives- create a visual layout guide for our new design library- help manage materials- be responsible for sorting and packaging materials and contacting vendors for material returns and managing the return center- assist individual designers with material returns- assist with school material donation packaging and correspondence- updating vendor directory- assist with misc. tasks within the design center- reordering paint swatches and refiling them- creating labels and tags using indesign templates- ordering samples online
your qualifications- be enrolled in an accredited interior design or architecture program- possess outstanding self-motivated, multi-tasking qualities. Organizational, communication and follow-up skills a must- proficient in microsoft office (outlook, some excel) and basic knowledge of adobe indesign- proficiency in adobe suite a plus!- interest in interior design, familiarity with the architecture & design industry a big plus- detail oriented- resourceful, team oriented- enthusiastic team player- attention to detail, love of organization, can-do attitude- takes initiative, self-starter, comfortable working independently- excellent communication skills- high energy
life at gensler
at gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “well-being week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
as part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.