HarrisonKornberg Architects is a Texas-based architectural firm providing a full range of architectural and interior design including programming, master planning, facility assessment, design, and project management on projects large and small, to clients across the country.
We create places that enhance living, learning, working, and playing. Collaborating with our clients and colleagues, we transform functional requirements into inviting, light-filled places where people connect with each other, their surroundings and their community. We question assumptions, explore possibilities and tinker – through words, sketches, drawings, and models. With ingenuity and skill, we craft engaging spaces that honestly express structure and materials in natural light.
We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Recent Interior Design College Graduate to join our team.
Job Description
As a Recent College Graduate in Interior Design, you will play a valuable role in supporting our architecture and interior design teams, performing design, FF&E, and administrative tasks. This position involves preparing design documents and presentations, researching and compiling information for small projects and/or segments of larger projects, and contributing to the overall interior design process. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to gain design, administrative, and construction experience in a collaborative environment on all scopes of interior design and FF&E.
Requirements
- Professional degree in interior design from a CIDA-accredited program, or a professional architecture degree from an NAAB-accredited program with 0-3 years of relevant industry experience in the United States.
- Basic understanding of the International Building Code (IBC) and ADA-related codes.
- Proficiency in Revit and the Microsoft Suite is a must. (Exposure to Rhino, Sketchup, Bluebeam, Enscape, and Affinity software is desirable.)
- With mentorship from project leadership, has the ability to integrate design solutions to meet project goals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through design challenges with guidance from project leadership.
- Committed to high-quality work, with a focus on details and results.
- Understanding of basic sustainable design practices and rating systems.
- Strong design sensibility with an understanding of space planning and material selection.
- Has excellent communication skills and exposure to working in group or team settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to achieving design milestones including, but not limited to, preparing renderings, mood boards, material palettes, and construction documents.
- Research, compile, and record information for small projects and/or selected segments of larger projects.
- Research and source materials, finishes, furniture, and fixtures while starting to build industry relationships with vendors.
- Perform basic design assignments with a detail-oriented approach.
- Contribute to design layouts, options, and features, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Develop three-dimensional design ideas with guidance from project leadership.
- Work through design problems and develop iterative solutions in collaboration with project leadership.
- Integrate sustainable practices with the mentorship of project leadership.
- Participate in Construction Administration activities.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on diverse and innovative projects – Engage in a diverse range of projects, enhance your creative problem-solving skills, expand your skillset, and gain valuable insight into various building typologies.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment – Join a team that values creativity, open communication, and teamwork, where your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a real impact.
- Professional growth and development opportunities – Benefit from our mentorship and continuing education programs, as well as opportunities for career advancement within the firm. We support and help guide you through professional licensure and industry certifications.
- Competitive salary and benefits package – Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes health insurance, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, 401K, paid time off, performance-based incentives, professional licensure support, and reimbursement.
- Hybrid and flexible work environment – Contribute within a hybrid work environment where the balance between in-office and remote work is determined by project phases and workflow requirements. Additionally, we provide flexible scheduling options to support a productive and healthy work experience.
- Exposure to cutting-edge design tools and technology – Work with industry-leading software and design methodologies to enhance your skills and stay at the forefront of architectural design innovations.
- Commitment to sustainability and thoughtful design – Be part of a firm that prioritizes environmentally responsible and socially impactful design solutions.
- Engaging company culture with team-building activities and community outreach opportunities – Participate in firm-wide social events, professional networking opportunities, and community outreach initiatives to foster meaningful connections within and beyond the workplace.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio using the link above.
HarrisonKornberg Architects, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. We celebrate different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, as they enhance our creative process and contribute to innovative design solutions.
