Location: 3100 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Reports to: Gayle Hills

Schedule: To be determined

About Us

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.

Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.

We live our values every day:

Respect for every person
Passion for what we do
Professionalism in all we do

Apply today and help us bring wellness, joy, and energy to the heart of our community!

The Interior Design Intern will support the Interior Design team with day-to-day projects and special assignments throughout the community. This position offers exposure to the full process of maintaining and preparing residential spaces, from coordinating access to units and meeting vendors to taking measurements, researching products and materials, and organizing design resources.

The intern will have opportunities to shadow appointments and projects, assist with floorplan measurements and documentation, help research items needed for upcoming projects, and maintain organized inventories of furnishings, supplies, and storage areas. This role is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience while developing an understanding of interior design within a senior living environment.

What You’ll Do In This Role

Assist with coordinating resident and vendor appointments in vacant and occupied units.
Take measurements of units to support floorplans and space planning.
Shadow Interior Design appointments and projects to gain hands-on experience.
Research and locate items, materials, and products needed for projects.
Organize and maintain inventory of furnishings, décor, samples, and storage items.
Assist with filing paperwork and maintaining project documentation.
Provide general support to the Interior Design team and assist with special projects as needed.
All other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

Eagerness to learn and gain hands-on experience.
Willingness to ask questions and learn from others.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to stay organized and manage assigned tasks.
Interest in interior design, space planning, and creating welcoming spaces.
Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
Professional and respectful communication with residents, vendors, and team members.

Experience Desired

No specific experience required. A desire to learn, participate, and contribute to the Interior Design/Re-Occupancy team

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay & Senior Options, LLC

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