Interior Design Materials Library Interns

MBB is seeking a part-time interior design intern to join our diverse, design-focused architecture firm in New York City. We are looking for individuals who are currently enrolled or recently matriculated in an interior design degree program. The position is a paid internship and offers exposure to materials and product knowledge, design decision making technical documentation, sustainability exposure and vendor and industry relationships.

We are a woman-owned, award-winning, interdisciplinary team- including architects, sustainability specialists and interior designers. Our collaborative practice is driven by a shared vision of inclusive and sustainable design, technical innovation, and rigorous, research-driven decision-making. We have a diverse body of work including institutional, cultural, residential, and educational projects across a range of scales and are committed to creating architecture that elevates the human experience. We nurture a collaborative studio environment where architects and designers can hone their skills, expand their knowledge, and make positive contributions to the built environment and the communities we serve.

Internship Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Organize and maintain the physical materials library (finishes, samples, binders, catalogs)
• Label, catalog and store materials by firm standards
• Remove outdated, damaged, or discontinued samples
• Maintain cleanliness and accessibility of the library space
• Maintain up to date vendor contact lists
• Coordinate with manufacturer representatives for new samples and updated catalogs
• Communicate discontinued products or substitutions to project team.

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit is a plus.
• Experience with Rhino is a plus.
• Experience with Enscape and rendering is a plus.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. You must indicate details relating to your work authorization status in your letter of interest.

Please, no phone calls, resume follow-up emails, and/or office visits.

The internship will be ongoing, with a commitment of 5-10 hours per week, start and end dates are negotiable. Please email a letter of interest, your resume, and a pdf of work samples that highlight your abilities including academic work (maximum of ten pages) to careers@mbbarch.com . Please include Interior Design Intern in the subject line.

For the position, MBB offers an hourly rate of $15-$20 commensurate with experience. The position is a Part-time in-office position and does not include benefits.

Thank you for your interest in MBB! www.mbbarch.com