Library Design Intern

The Design Agency•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DesignAgency is an international studio specializing in interior design, architectural concepting, strategic branding, and visual communications. Since its beginnings in 1998, the firm has become a global leader in the development of transformative spaces and brands, with projects in more than 60 cities across 18 countries. With a lead studio in Toronto, and offices in Washington, D.C., and Barcelona, DesignAgency works with leading hotels and resorts, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and developers, leveraging talent, expertise, and the power of collaboration to deliver extraordinary experiences that create lasting value. DesignAgency is currently looking for an Interior Design Professional to manage the Washington D.C. Studio Library and all vendors. Reporting to the DC Design Director, you will collaborate and develop excellent working relationships with suppliers as well as colleagues in the studio. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with teams on specific projects while sourcing interesting new materials and products.

Requirements

Graduate or enrolled in a post-secondary Interior Design program or equivalent
Working knowledge of MS Office 365 applications and InDesign is required
Excellent personal time management
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize tasks
Great verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and a dependable collaborator
A portfolio or work samples must be included in your application.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in an interior design library is an asset
Experience working in Design Spec and Material Bank is beneficial

Responsibilities

Demonstrate real curiosity about design trends, issues, materials and products
Participate in the design dialogue and studio culture
Assist in product and materials research for projects when required
Research new and innovative suppliers for DC Studio Library
Prepare (and package) professional sample boxes and/or presentation boards for client presentations and internal reviews
Work with project teams to obtain material pricing for projects as required
Strive to reduce rework, errors, and omissions
Proactively share design knowledge with other team members
Create sound relationships with colleagues and vendors
Manage and maintain a clean, organized, and up-to-date materials library (FF&E, finishes, textiles, etc.) in the DC Studio
Conduct regular audits to remove outdated or duplicate materials
Coordinate with vendors to track incoming samples and manage sample returns
Assist with maintaining digital or physical tracking systems for sample inventory and usage
Manage supplier updates for DC Studio Library
Act as a central point of coordination for sample-related requests across teams
Manage all supplier events such as coffee breaks and lunch & learns