iHub Interior Design Intern

Company Description

The Innovation Hub, or iHub, is a non-profit incubator established in 2023 to support young entrepreneurs in Utah County. As a vital part of the Utah entrepreneurial ecosystem, iHub provides early-stage startups with essential resources and guidance to overcome common challenges. It serves as a central hub where budding entrepreneurs with validated business ideas can access knowledge, tools, and support to accelerate their growth. iHub is committed to fostering innovation and creating successful business ventures within the community.

As our Interior Design Intern, you will assess the current layout of the iHub Founders Floor and

develop a thoughtful, evidence-based plan to rearrange our existing furniture for improved flow,

functionality, and aesthetics. No new furniture purchases are required — your challenge is to unlock

the potential already in the room.

You will collaborate closely with founders who use the space daily, incorporate their feedback into

your design process, and present a final approved layout to management before overseeing its

physical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct an initial walkthrough and assessment of the Founders Floor, documenting existing

furniture placement, traffic flow, and pain points

• Meet and coordinate with founders to understand individual workspace needs and

preferences

• Develop a proposed new furniture layout that improves movement, productivity, and the

overall aesthetic of the space

• Present the proposed layout to iHub management and incorporate feedback through an

approval process

• Prepare a clear, professional layout sheet illustrating the final approved design with

annotated rationale for each decision

• Lead and coordinate a final "Moving Day" in which all furniture is physically rearranged

according to the approved plan

• Be prepared to explain and justify each rearrangement decision and its intended impact on

productivity and space function

Ideal Candidate

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an Interior Design, Architecture, or related

program

• Foundational understanding of space planning, traffic flow, and human-centered design

principles

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — comfortable conducting interviews with

founders and presenting to management

• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing a flexible, low-hours-per-week

schedule independently

• Familiarity with basic floor plan tools (hand sketching, AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar) is a

plus

• Genuine interest in the startup and entrepreneurship ecosystem is a bonus

Gain

• Real-world, end-to-end interior design project experience — from assessment through

implementation

• Portfolio piece: a completed, professionally executed workspace redesign

• Exposure to a startup incubator environment and access to a network of early-stage

founders

• Mentorship and feedback from iHub leadership throughout the process

• A letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the internship

A Note on Compensation

This is an unpaid internship. iHub is a startup incubator committed to supporting the next generation

of professionals. While this role does not offer monetary compensation, it is designed to provide

meaningful, resume-worthy experience and direct mentorship. We are happy to support academic

credit arrangements where applicable — please inquire when applying.

How to Apply

To apply, please send the following to this link: crm.ihubutah.org/widget/form/latWECjtO3gF4sYQjmNI

• A brief paragraph describing your interest in the role and relevant experience

• Your resume or CV