2027 Spring Student Internship - Interior Design - Lexington, KY

Stengel Hill (SH) is a full-service architecture and interior design firm offering a full suite of services for our clients. Our focused Integrated Interior Design Process, combined with our attention to detail and proven experience, provides our clients with a partner whose objectives include providing design solutions for the immediate challenge, as well as laying the foundation for the long-term goals of the facilities which we serve.

Our focused Integrated Interior Design Process, combined with our attention to detail and proven experience, provides our clients with a partner whose objectives include providing design solutions for the immediate challenge, as well as laying the foundation for the long-term goals of the facilities which we serve.

We are looking for a Spring 2027 Interior Design Intern in our Lexington, KY office, who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow alongside our designers. This internship provides hands-on project experience, exposure to the design process from concept through construction, and opportunities to engage with product reps, clients, and design teams.

What You'll Do:

You will support our Interior Design team through a mix of creative, technical, and organizational tasks, including: Design & Documentation

Assist designers in developing digital and physical finish boards Help pick up redlines and markups in Revit (primary) or AutoCAD Support Furniture, Art & Signage (FAS) research and specifications Contribute to design research, material selections, and project presentations

Project Support & Field Experience:

Participate in field work, site visits, and punch lists (occasional overnight travel may occur) Sit in on project meetings to observe workflows, communication styles, and client interactions Accompany designers to rep meetings, showroom visits, and industry events

Library & Vendor Coordination:

Maintain the materials library (ordering and organizing samples) Schedule and coordinate meetings with product representatives Learn the product lifecycle and industry standards for interior finishes and furniture

Qualifications:

Current Interior Design student at a college or university (2nd year or above preferred). Candidates must be returning to their degree program following completion of the internship. Strong communication and organizational skills Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe InDesign Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment Willingness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate Familiarity with Revit (preferred, but not required) Experience with AutoCAD and Bluebeam (preferred, but not required) Exposure to SketchUp, Lumion, or other 3D visualization tools (preferred, but not required) Basic understanding of material standards, FF&E, and design documentation (preferred, but not required)

Why Intern at Stengel Hill At Stengel Hill, interns are valued contributors, not just extra hands. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting real projects, work closely with experienced architects and designers, and develop a practical understanding of how thoughtful design moves from concept through construction. We're committed to mentoring the next generation of designers through collaboration, feedback, and meaningful project exposure.