What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Intern position at Goodmans?
Part-Time | Design Team | Goodmans
Launch your design career with hands-on experience that makes an impact.
At Goodmans, design is about more than creating spaces—it’s about improving how people work, collaborate, and thrive. As a Design Intern, you’ll gain real-world experience supporting our Design team while building the technical and creative foundation needed to grow into a Designer or Design Librarian role.
If you’re eager to learn, detail-oriented, and excited about the design process, this is your opportunity to grow with a team that invests in your development.
What You’ll Do
You’ll support the design process from concept to execution while learning industry tools, systems, and best practices.
Working alongside the Design Librarian, you’ll gain hands-on experience managing materials and supporting client selections.
This role builds the foundation of your design career. You’ll gain exposure to the full design process, develop technical skills, and support meaningful client work—while helping ensure projects run smoothly and materials are accurate, organized, and accessible.
What You Bring
At Goodmans, growth is intentional. In this role, you’ll develop:
We believe great work starts with great people. At Goodmans, you’ll find a culture that is:
If you’re excited to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful design work, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with Goodmans.
Goodmans is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Launch your design career with hands-on experience that makes an impact.
At Goodmans, design is about more than creating spaces—it’s about improving how people work, collaborate, and thrive. As a Design Intern, you’ll gain real-world experience supporting our Design team while building the technical and creative foundation needed to grow into a Designer or Design Librarian role.
If you’re eager to learn, detail-oriented, and excited about the design process, this is your opportunity to grow with a team that invests in your development.
What You’ll Do
You’ll support the design process from concept to execution while learning industry tools, systems, and best practices.
- Assist with specifications, drawings, and project documentation
- Support designers with day-to-day project tasks and deliverables
- Research furniture products, finishes, materials, and vendor offerings
- Prepare client presentations and supporting materials
- Learn and utilize design software including AutoCAD, Project Matrix, and CET Designer
- Apply company drawing standards and file naming conventions
- Track design time and maintain organized project documentation
- Participate in dealer and manufacturer training programs
Working alongside the Design Librarian, you’ll gain hands-on experience managing materials and supporting client selections.
- Pull and prepare finish samples for client meetings and presentations
- Assemble, organize, and label sample packages for finish selection meetings
- Maintain and organize sample libraries and ensure materials are stocked and current
- Assist with MillerKnoll sample walls and displays
- Coordinate sample orders and deliveries for clients and project teams
- Return and organize materials after project use
- Research finish options and verify product availability
- Support updates to vendor lists, finish libraries, and design resources
- Help introduce new materials, finishes, and product offerings to the team
This role builds the foundation of your design career. You’ll gain exposure to the full design process, develop technical skills, and support meaningful client work—while helping ensure projects run smoothly and materials are accurate, organized, and accessible.
What You Bring
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Effective communication and willingness to learn
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- A collaborative mindset and positive, professional attitude
- Interest in furniture, finishes, and the built environment
- Internship, studio, retail, or customer service experience
- Exposure to materials libraries or design resources
- Participation in industry organizations and professional associations
- AutoCAD – Basic knowledge or developing proficiency
- Microsoft Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Project Matrix / CET Designer – Exposure or willingness to learn
- Revit – Exposure preferred
At Goodmans, growth is intentional. In this role, you’ll develop:
- Design documentation and specification skills
- Product and finish knowledge (including MillerKnoll systems)
- Understanding of the design process and project workflow
- Materials management and resource organization
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Industry knowledge and technical tool proficiency
We believe great work starts with great people. At Goodmans, you’ll find a culture that is:
- People-first – We invest in your growth and development
- Collaborative – We succeed as a team
- Purpose-driven – Our work improves how people experience spaces
- Forward-thinking – We continuously learn and innovate
- Authentic – We value transparency, trust, and real connections
- Family-owned company with 70 years of success
- A supportive, team-oriented environment focused on development
- Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced designers
- Exposure to real projects and industry-leading products
- Clear pathway for growth into Design Librarian or Designer roles
If you’re excited to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful design work, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with Goodmans.
Goodmans is an Equal Opportunity Employer.