About the role#
As an Interior Design Co-op, you will work alongside architects and engineers to shape the experiences people have inside our buildings. You will gain hands-on project experience and work within an integrated design community. This role is based in our Cincinnati office and requires in-person attendance to support collaboration and mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Support concept development, finishes, and furniture solutions.
- Build material boards, renderings, and presentation graphics.
- Research user needs and strategies that make interiors healthier and more effective.
- Coordinate drawings and details with architects, engineers, and vendors.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student in Interior Design.
- Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Interest in how design shapes the way people interact with space.
- Rendering software skills are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About SHP
SHP is an architecture and planning firm founded in 1901. The company employs 295 people and maintains offices in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. Its work spans architecture, engineering, interior design, and strategic consulting. The firm focuses on projects within the education and workplace sectors.
How to get in at SHP
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