Wight & Company is a leading Architectural, Engineering and Construction firm! 

Wight brings together experts from different disciplines to work collaboratively as a single unit. We continue to pioneer new ways to meld our world-class capabilities and sustainable design principles to create exceptional, enduring spaces for our clients. We value honesty and integrity – with each other, with our trade partners and with our clients. Our firm places emphasis on teamwork – listening, contributing, guiding and learning.

Wight is currently looking for Summer Interns to work in our interior design group. Wight Interns have opportunities to work with our design team on projects, competitions and/or project pursuits and to also collaborate with Wight’s engineers and construction managers.

Wight has one of the most robust Summer Intern Programs in the industry! Interns have numerous opportunities to network with both design professional and interns from all the various departments at Wight. The relationships forged during this time can last the duration of a career!

Responsibilities:

• Perform specific/limited portions of Interior Designer assignments under direct supervision.
• Document changes to Interior drawings as instructed.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
• Assist in Construction Administration including preparing sketches and addendums, and visiting the construction site to gather information and/or preparing a punch list.
• Contribute proactively to the project team.
• Receive and follow directions for project assignments.
• Manage own time based on directions given.
• As part of the Internship, one will experience educational sessions and mentorship opportunities that include lunch-and-learns, lectures, project tours and vendor presentations.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Interior Design with a minimum of 2 years of education and an emphasis in Interior Design / Interior Architecture completed.
• Proficient in Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office products.
• 3-D computer rendering skills (Enscape, Sketch Up, 3-D Max, and/or other modeling software)
• Must be detailed oriented and able to work in a team environment
• Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Please view the following links for more information - EEO, EEO Supplement, and Pay Transparency.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.