Union Living Interior Designer

Job description
Position: Interior Design Intern

Location : Pune (4 days work from site, 2 days work from home)

Stipend : 5,000/month + Project Completion Bonus

Internship Duration : 6 Months

Openings Available : 2

Key Responsibilities

Site Visits and Execution

- Conduct 4-5 site visits weekly to monitor ongoing projects.

- Oversee the completion of finishing tasks, ensuring quality standards are met.

- Conduct on-site quality audits to ensure design and material consistency.

Design Development and Sourcing

- Assist in designing common areas such as lounges, co-living spaces, and recreational zones.

- Prepare detailed 3D renders, elevations, and floor plans.

- Source interior elements like furniture, fixtures, lighting, décor items, and finishes.

- Collaborate with the team to integrate products and brands into design elements.

Vendor Management

- Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.

- Coordinate with vendors for material procurement, sampling, and timely deliveries.

- Request and evaluate vendor quotations to ensure cost-effective solutions.

Sampling and Quality Control

- Conduct sampling and material selection for various projects.

- Perform regular quality audits of sourced materials and on-site installations.

- Ensure materials match approved samples and design requirements.

Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain and update detailed reports of weekly site visits, including progress and challenges.

- Prepare documentation for designs, sourcing details, and project updates.

- Assist in preparing invoices and verifying vendor bills for accuracy.

Creative Collaboration

- Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of spaces.

- Stay updated with the latest trends in interior design and apply them to projects.

Qualifications and Skills

- Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Interior Design or related field.

- Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, or similar software.

- Strong knowledge of sourcing, materials, and vendor management.

- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

- Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with vendors and team members.

Perks and Benefits

- 5,000 monthly stipend with a project completion bonus.

- Hands-on experience with live projects in the co-living industry.

- Exposure to sourcing, vendor management, and interior design execution.

- Opportunity to build a professional network in the design and co-living sector.