Interior Design Intern

The Consumers Credit Union team is looking to hire a passionate Interior Design Intern to join our Real Estate & Facilities team at our corporate office in Kalamazoo. As an Intern, you will support workplace and furniture projects that help create engaging, functional, and people-focused environments across Consumers Credit Union locations. You'll gain hands-on experience in workplace design, furniture planning, and project coordination while learning about a career in interior design and facilities management.

Our ideal candidate has a great attitude, is genuine and passionate. You are purposeful and like to be the solution, but more importantly, you are a servant leader.

What you will do:

Assist with furniture research, finish selections, and product evaluations
Support workplace planning efforts through furniture layouts and space planning activities
Create mood boards, presentations, and visual materials for workplace and branch projects
Help maintain furniture, finish, and workplace standards documentation
Participate in office visits to assist with field measurements and observations
Support project teams by organizing drawings, specifications, and project information
Research workplace trends, employee experience concepts, and innovative furniture solutions
Collaborate with architects, furniture dealers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to gain exposure to the design and construction process
Participate in mentor sessions, panels, and role-specific training geared toward advancing your career
Work with a diverse team in one of the Best & Brightest Companies
Develop an individual development plan
Contribute to various potential projects such as:
Workplace and office design presentations
Space planning and furniture layout development
Workplace experience and design trend research
Facility improvement and renovation projects
Workplace utilization and optimization initiatives

What you'll bring to the table:

College junior or equivalent pursuing a degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related field
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information as well as following security guidelines
Communication Excellence – Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with professional rapport-building ability
Professional Presence – A polished appearance and composed demeanor that supports collaboration with internal and external partners
Technical Proficiency – Knowledge of current technology and design software, with the ability to easily navigate multiple software applications
Strong attention to detail, organization, and creative problem-solving skills

What you will gain:

Hands-on experience through a meaningful summer project and present your work to organizational leadership at the conclusion of the internship
Gain exposure to workplace design, furniture planning, project coordination, and facilities operations within a collaborative corporate environment
Networking opportunities with professionals and other interns
Job shadowing experience outside of your department
College credit eligibility
Hands-on industry training
Mentorship from experienced team members
Volunteering opportunities

What you didn't know about the team:

At Consumers, you're joining a team that works closely together and counts on one another. You'll find the people here enjoy an unusual high level of camaraderie.

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity.

We are a proud Veteran & Military Friendly Employer.

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