About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in our Los Angeles office. You will join our team from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. This role is on-site, providing you with direct access to our studio environment and project teams.
What you'll do#
- Learn from experts across all design disciplines.
- Build your design and visualization skills.
- Contribute to design projects.
- Take part in both in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in interiors, architecture, or a related field.
- You must be returning to school in the fall of 2027.
- Some experience in the interior design profession or associated arts.
- Strong design capabilities.
- Basic abilities in 2D and 3D space planning, drawings, and rendering.
- Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Suite.
- The ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.
- A portfolio is required. Please submit a PDF of 10-20 pages (maximum 5 MB) with your application. Applications without work samples will not be reviewed.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Compensation: $25 to $27 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and education.
- Application deadline: January 18, 2027.
About Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill is an architecture and planning firm founded in 1936. The company operates as a partnership and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its work spans architecture, interior design, engineering, and urban planning. The firm maintains its headquarters in New York, New York.
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