What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Design Internship - Fall 2026 position at JLL?
About JLL Design Services:
JLL Design Services is the design and architecture division of JLL, offering a comprehensive range of services to enhance commercial real estate assets and create unique work environments. They provide interior design, workplace strategy, architecture, project management, and sustainability and wellness solutions. With a focus on functionality, aesthetics, and aligning spaces with clients' brands and cultures, JLL Design Services aims to optimize productivity, collaboration, and employee well-being. They manage the entire design process, incorporating sustainable design principles and certifications, and strive to create innovative and inspiring workspaces that reflect the evolving needs of businesses.
What the job involves:
We are seeking a passionate graphic designer to work with us in our Columbus, OH studio for Summer 2026. The successful candidate will support the design studio across various aspects of our work by creating innovative consumer-driven experiences.
This is a hybrid position that requires flexibility to come into the studio as needed. The successful candidate will support the design studio across various aspects of our work by creating innovative consumer-driven experiences. At JLL Design we are passionate about Retail, Store Design, and Brand Activation. We develop brand stories, impactful touchpoints, and bold visuals to create memorable in person experiences for our clients and their customers. Come join our highly collaborative team as we design, envision, and implement big ideas!
Responsibilities
Permanent US Work Authorization Required.
About our Internship Program
Take the opportunity to start your career early in the commercial real estate field! Spend time learning what it’s like to work in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment at JLL.
Interns are an important part of what makes JLL a great place to work. Within our program, interns are an integral part of our team working alongside real estate analysts, transaction professionals and other associates. You will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of your internship.
JLL Design Services is the design and architecture division of JLL, offering a comprehensive range of services to enhance commercial real estate assets and create unique work environments. They provide interior design, workplace strategy, architecture, project management, and sustainability and wellness solutions. With a focus on functionality, aesthetics, and aligning spaces with clients' brands and cultures, JLL Design Services aims to optimize productivity, collaboration, and employee well-being. They manage the entire design process, incorporating sustainable design principles and certifications, and strive to create innovative and inspiring workspaces that reflect the evolving needs of businesses.
What the job involves:
We are seeking a passionate graphic designer to work with us in our Columbus, OH studio for Summer 2026. The successful candidate will support the design studio across various aspects of our work by creating innovative consumer-driven experiences.
This is a hybrid position that requires flexibility to come into the studio as needed. The successful candidate will support the design studio across various aspects of our work by creating innovative consumer-driven experiences. At JLL Design we are passionate about Retail, Store Design, and Brand Activation. We develop brand stories, impactful touchpoints, and bold visuals to create memorable in person experiences for our clients and their customers. Come join our highly collaborative team as we design, envision, and implement big ideas!
Responsibilities
- Participates in team meetings with highly collaborative professionals
- Supports team in design concepts through 2D graphic elements
- Deliverable deck design
- Production art deliverables
- Conceptual graphic creation
- Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026
- Location: Columbus, OH | Onsite
- Pursuant or completed Bachelor’s degree in visual communications or graphic design
- Strong portfolio showing a range of skills
- An interest and understanding of brand standards and style guidelines
- Ability to communicate concepts and ideas to others
- Knowledge of design principles and aesthetics specifically relevant to retail environments
- Ability to quickly produce high-quality concept sketches and mockups
- Proficiency in industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Miro, and Office 365 tools
- Ability to develop strong relationships with the design team, vendors, and other partners in the retail industry
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate design concepts and ideas to the design team
- Strong listening skills
- Ability to excel under pressure
- Attention to detail and a critical eye for design quality and consistency
- Strong follow-up and follow through
Permanent US Work Authorization Required.
About our Internship Program
Take the opportunity to start your career early in the commercial real estate field! Spend time learning what it’s like to work in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment at JLL.
Interns are an important part of what makes JLL a great place to work. Within our program, interns are an integral part of our team working alongside real estate analysts, transaction professionals and other associates. You will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of your internship.