Interior Design Intern

MillerKnoll Summer Internship Program is a paid opportunity that allows you to gain real-world experience and cultivate your professional skills. Besides the work you’ll do within your field of study, you'll participate in one-on-one meetings with mentors, a summer-long project, learning sessions with senior leaders, and much more.

Job Title: Interior Design Intern

Location: Holland, MI
Department: MillerKnoll Design Services

Duration: May 2026 – August 2026
Schedule: Full Time

Why join us? 
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

About this opportunity

MillerKnoll’s Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their careers. Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. 

We are seeking a highly motivated interior design intern entering their final year of study to join our dynamic team of seasoned professionals. This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the contract furniture industry while learning from industry experts with decades of combined experience. The ideal candidate will be curious about commercial design applications, eager to contribute to meaningful projects, and ready to accelerate their career development in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced designers, project managers, and industry specialists who are committed to mentoring the next generation of design professionals. You'll gain exposure to real-world commercial projects, from concept development through handoff to our dealer partners, while building the technical skills and industry knowledge essential for success in contract furniture and commercial interior design.

What You'll Do 
You'll have opportunities to speak up, solve problems, influence others, and be an owner every day as you...

• Support senior designers on the furniture scope of commercial interior design projects
• Assist with space planning, furniture specifications, and design documentation
• Participate in client presentations and project meetings
• Contribute to design development and problem-solving initiatives
• Learn industry-specific processes, standards, and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, product managers, and visualization artists

Focus Areas for Development

During the internship, you’ll gain exposure to a broad range of design experiences with a special emphasis in:

Ancillary Settings Design

• Focus on the spaces that support and enhance primary work environments
• Design solutions for collaborative spaces and individual focus such as break areas, collaboration zones, reception spaces, focus rooms and wellness areas
• Learn to balance functionality with aesthetic appeal in the design of ancillary spaces
• Understand the role of ancillary settings in overall workplace strategy

What You Bring 

The needed skills and experience for this role include... 

Technology Proficiency

• Exposure to Computer Aided Drafting applications, including AutoCAD, Revit, CET, SketchUp, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with document sharing platforms and digital communication applications
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 apps, including Outlook, Word, Excel, OneDrive, etc.
• Exposure to visual presentation development software, including PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, or similar platforms
• Willingness to learn new software and technology tools as needed

Learning & Development Aptitude

• Proven ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply them effectively
• Detail-oriented mindset with technical and/or mechanical inclinations
• Strong ability to receive direction, implement feedback, and work collaboratively
• Demonstrated coachability and openness to mentorship. Self-starter mentality with skills in prioritizing tasks in order to work toward a goal/deadline

Problem-Solvi