Interior Design Intern HND / BA / BSc Job

Reports to: Lead Designer

Level/Grade: Intern
General Description
The position reports directly to the Lead Designer. He/She is responsible for assisting and providing support to the Lead Designer, the Senior Designers, and possibly several department staff members. Must be available for overtime or off hours as needed, regular working hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.
Key Accountabilities

Provide assistance in the creation of design concepts, sketches, floor plans, elevations and mood boards
Assist in analyzing design objectives in accordance with clients’ needs
Order samples from vendors and go out to source material finishes and fabrics from local vendors
Create specifications manuals such as room layouts
Provide design, clerical and administrative support to the senior designers
Maintain knowledge of space planning, floor finish, plans and elevations
Manage design libraries of resources and maintain files and binders
Assist in detailing/dimensioning upholstered furniture for the showroom
Carrying out quality checks of finished products with vendors
Assist with marketing developments and associated activities
Take minutes and make recordings at client meetings
Provide support in creating sourcing materials and CAD plans for various projects
Assist in handling communication with clients through telephones, emails and official letters
Assist with installations, coordinate deliveries and handle post-installation follow-ups
Client management (during the design and design development stages)
Liaising with contractors during the concept design and development stages to ensure that designs are implemented correctly

Education & Work Exp. Requirements

A Bachelors in Creative Design, Architectural design , Interior design or related discipline.
Minimum of 1-year experience in a similar position

Skills and Attributes

Must be prepared to respond to multi-task job schedule for daily routine
Maintain high levels of concentration and attention to detail, and work with a team approach to accomplish tasks.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively gather and disseminate information and respond to questions from groups of managers;
Be proficient with Microsoft Office Excel and Word, PowerPoint, Photoshop or other design tools
Must maintain a professional appearance appropriate for job tasks and maintain proper business etiquette

NOTE: This job descricription is not intended to be all-inclusive. Staff may perform other related duties as neccessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.

Gemona West Design Studio is a full-service Interior Architecture / Design firm providing highest standard of design excellence for discerning, quality-conscious clients. The total experience is provided in a way to inform, inspire, and assist people through the process of transforming their home or... read more business environment to become a unique and personalized expression of themselves.
Gemona West consolidates each client's need into a form that exudes elegance and maturity. Our spaces are designed to elevate how you live, work and play. With an ever-expanding scope of works which includes Design architecture, FF&E design, Project management and Procurement, Gemona West is simultaneously defining a new era of luxury spaces in Sub-Saharan Africa.