Space Planning & Experience Design Intern

Direct Supply • Milwaukee, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

In the Space Planning & Experience Design Intern - Innovation & Technology Center position, you’ll help bring to life a reimagined Innovation & Technology Center by translating vision into tangible, engaging environments. You’ll partner closely with the Managing Director to research, design, and support the creation of immersive spaces—including an education area and innovation lab—that help customers explore industry trends, define business challenges, and discover practical solutions. This role offers hands-on experience in spatial design, exhibit development, and customer-centered innovation while contributing to meaningful, real-world environments. Direct Supply is building the future of healthcare technology with industry-leading products, solutions, and platforms to help improve the lives of millions of seniors and those who care for them. What You’ll Do and Impact: Partner with the Managing Director to support the vision and execution of a reimagined Innovation & Technology Center Research design trends, materials, layouts, and interactive experiences that enhance how customers engage with complex topics Contribute to the design of the education space, including exhibits and hands-on experiences that make industry trends tangible Support the development of innovation lab environments that guide customers through identifying challenges and exploring solutions Create preliminary drawings, layouts, renderings, and presentation materials to communicate design concepts and user experiences Assist with project coordination, documentation, and organization of design assets and materials Research building codes, life safety requirements, and design standards to support implementation readiness Help shape environments that demonstrate Direct Supply’s commitment to solving real problems in senior health

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, Experience Design, Exhibition Design, Environmental Design , or a related field
• Expected graduation date of May 2027 or later
• Availability to work 15–20 hours per week during the academic year
• Ability to work full-time during summer and academic breaks
• Effectively Collaborates – Forges strong partnerships and works productively with others to achieve c ommon goals. Finds common ground to solve problems and seeks out diverse perspectives to inform decisions. Quickly earns trust, puts others at ease, and shows empathy.
• Invests in Development – Prioritizes the work most aligned to top of skill set and accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Demonstrates relentless curiosity, proactively honing AI, technical and professional abilities for the future. Seeks and applies feedback to continuously learn and develop.
• Solves Problems – Uses technology and sharp logic to craft inventive solutions to complex issues, digging deep to tackle root causes. Conducts impartial analysis, leaving no stone unturned for comprehensive insights.
• Communicates Effectively – Develops and delivers clear communications for a variety of audiences. Listens actively, contributes in group settings, and helps move discussions toward intended outcomes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and design visualization tools to create layouts, renderings, and concepts
• Ability to translate abstract ideas into tangible spatial and experience concepts
• Working knowledge of design documentation, materials, and space planning principles
• Strong organizational skills to manage research, project materials, and design asset s

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship or experience in design, architecture, or customer-facing environments
• E xposure to exhibit design, experiential design, or innovation spaces
• Familiarity with senior living or healthcare environments

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Managing Director to support the vision and execution of a reimagined Innovation & Technology Center
• Research design trends, materials, layouts, and interactive experiences that enhance how customers engage with complex topics
• Contribute to the design of the education space, including exhibits and hands-on experiences that make industry trends tangible
• Support the development of innovation lab environments that guide customers through identifying challenges and exploring solutions
• Create preliminary drawings, layouts, renderings, and presentation materials to communicate design concepts and user experiences
• Assist with project coordination, documentation, and organization of design assets and materials
• Research building codes, life safety requirements, and design standards to support implementation readiness
• Help shape environments that demonstrate Direct Supply’s commitment to solving real problems in senior health

Benefits

• Generous benefit package available.
• Direct Supply, Inc. and its U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to diverse workforces.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees