Intern, Interiors - Los Angeles
Overview
LEO A DALY is a leader in the design of the built environment dedicated to transforming the human experience through the power of design. For more than 100 years, we’ve created places that inspire wonder, connect communities and enable great things. Our creative teams combine planning, architecture, engineering, interiors and program management to deliver truly integrated design.
We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers united by a passion for great design.
We own the impact of our work, socially, economically and environmentally. In collaboration with our clients and each other, we create innovative, thoughtful and sustainable solutions to the urgent challenges that face our world.
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As a Student Intern you will assist in creating and implementing lighting solutions that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of interior and exterior spaces.
Responsibilities
Hospitality Interior Design Interns work as part of a multi-discipline team designing high quality luxury interiors during all phases of multiple simultaneous projects. Interns perform assignments under the direct supervision of one or more senior designers and concentrate on specific aspects of design that contribute to overall projects. Our interns gain hands-on design experiences with exposure to: programming, space planning, participating in the design process, preparing design presentations to communicate ideas to clients, FF&E selection, editing specifications, and producing deliverable drawing sets for finish plans, interior elevations, room finish schedules, furniture plans, and interior details.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Creates 3D and 2D graphic studies of design elements under direction of Senior Designers
- Participates in client presentations by assisting Senior Designers to prepare narratives, design presentations, boards, drawing and specification documents in accordance with a high degree of quality, yet with regard to project schedule and budget constraints
- Assists to design and specify project-appropriate interior design requirements
- Assists in selection and documentation of FF&E
- Assists to conduct site investigations and observations
- Assists to perform cross-discipline discussions and coordination
- Assists with organization and upkeep of the interior design materials library
- Maintains knowledge of current industry trends on space, function, lighting, finishes, furniture and equipment, etc.
- Additional assignments may include attending client and internal meetings, assisting with performing construction contract administration, and assisting with marketing/business development activities
- Coordinates with vendors to identify appropriate products and materials.
Qualifications
- Must be passionate about creating a high level of design and have a keen eye for detail
- Knowledge and proficiency using the following software is a plus: SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Rhino, and Autocad
- Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills
- Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-discipline team.
EEO Information
LEO A DALY Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. LEO A DALY Company, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 402-391-8111 or by email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see EEO is the law.