BLEU Summer Intern - Bleu Design

Elmington•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Bleu Design Studio is seeking a Summer Design Intern to join its in-house Design team. The internship is intended for a current Architecture or Interior Design student interested in working at a full-service interior design firm, with a portfolio specializing in multifamily amenity spaces. The studio works across project phases, from design documentation and FF&E through installation, and the intern will support multiple projects throughout the design process. Eligible candidates must be rising seniors or have graduated by the time of the internship; students in five-year architecture programs may be rising fourth- or fifth-year students. Successful interns may be considered for future full-time opportunities after graduation. The intern will gain hands-on experience working on projects from early design through installation, coordinating among design, construction, vendors, and clients, and maintaining design consistency across active developments. The role also provides exposure to how developers evaluate design financially and operationally, as well as decisions involving cost, constructability, and durability. The program concludes with a comprehensive presentation of financial insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders. During the first two weeks, local travel within Nashville of up to 25% is required for on-site reviews and team meetings. Overall travel may be up to 25% of the time.

Requirements

Be a rising senior, or a rising fourth- or fifth-year student in a five-year architecture program, currently enrolled in an Architecture or Interior Design program; alternatively, have graduated by the time of the internship.
Have an interest in pursuing a career as an interior designer.
Have strong organizational and communication skills.
Be able to manage multiple tasks across concurrent projects.
Be comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders.
Be highly organized and attentive to detail.
Be well versed in SketchUp and CAD.
Be willing to travel locally up to 25%.
Meet the physical demands described, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds and the ability to withstand seasonal outdoor cold and heat.

Responsibilities

Create design concepts and space plans.
Help develop comprehensive interior design packages for construction.
Develop installation packages, including key elevations, hang heights, and related packages.
Support material and finish selections.
Assist with FF&E selections, orders, and vendor coordination.
Attend budget reviews.
Help maintain and apply Bleu Design Studio’s design standards across multiple projects.
Coordinate with architects, interior designers, the construction team, third-party consultants, and vendors.
Execute and attend installation efforts.
Deliver a comprehensive summary of financial insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders at the end of the program.