2026 Fall Environmental Design Internship
- Intern
- Compensation: USD 25 - USD 35 - hourly
Company Description
The RRS Group, and its affiliated entities (collectively, “RRS”) have provided real estate development and related services to investment-grade clients for decades. Our expertise encompasses site acquisition, architectural design, and development management for commercial office and industrial properties.
Through an integrated service model, RRS delivers comprehensive enterprise solutions that address every phase of the building lifecycle. In addition to technical excellence, we offer strategic consulting in marketing, financial planning, and facility management ensuring that every project achieves its highest potential in performance, value, and sustainability.
Commitment to Community
For over two decades, RRS has maintained a strong commitment to the communities we serve. This commitment is further advanced through the RRS Making Lives Better Foundation, which provides meaningful support and resources to individuals and families in need. The Foundation reflects our belief that corporate success carries a responsibility to contribute positively to society and to improve the quality of life in the regions where we operate.
Our Core Values
Integrity | doing the right thing when no one is watching and acting with uncompromising honesty. We believe in maintaining lasting relationships based on honesty, consistency and the highest ethical standards. This creates credibility in our personal and professional relationships.
Caring | showing concern, empathy and compassion for others, ourselves, and our environment. Our care shows itself in our commitment to “safety first” in all we do. We encourage each other to be the best and hold each other accountable. We help those in need, contribute to the communities in which we work and develop creative ways to be responsible with our resources.
Integration | working unselfishly toward common goals across disciplines, teams, departments and regions. Our collective contributions are greater than our skills. We will be transparent and understand each other’s expertise to provide the most value when delivering our services to one another and our clients.
Innovation | developing new ideas and applying the solutions that differentiate us in valuable ways. We are not comfortable with the status quo. We remain accountable for continuous improvements in our results because we do not consider innovation an end in itself. We maintain an environment where we foster new ideas and encourage changes that help us improve.
If you share these core values, we have the right opportunity for you
Job Description
At RRS Group, we create immersive retail environments, memorable brand experiences, and innovative spaces that connect people with brands. We are seeking a passionate and creative Interior Design Intern to join our San Francisco studio for Fall 2026. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team focused on Retail Design, Architecture, Store Development, and Brand Activation projects for leading global clients.
The successful candidate will support the design team throughout the creative process, contributing to the development of consumer-driven environments that bring brand stories to life through thoughtful design, strategic planning, and compelling visual communication.
Portfolio Requirement
Candidates must submit a portfolio showcasing academic, professional, or personal design projects as part of their application. Portfolios should demonstrate creativity, technical proficiency, space planning abilities, 3D visualization skills, and an understanding of retail, experiential, or interior design concepts. Applications submitted without a portfolio may not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Interior Designers, Architects, and Brand Experience professionals on retail and experiential design projects.
- Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and client-focused team meetings.
- Assist in developing design concepts, space planning studies, and customer experience journeys.
- Create 3D models, renderings, and visual presentations to communicate design intent.
- Support material, finish, color, and furniture selections aligned with brand standards and project goals.
- Coordinate vendor and manufacturer presentations as needed.
- Maintain and organize the studio’s materials library and sample inventory.
- Assist with design documentation, presentations, and project-related research.
- Contribute to the development of innovative retail environments, branded spaces, and activation experiences.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related field.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, technical skills, and design thinking.
- Passion for Retail Design, Store Design, Architecture, Experiential Design, and Brand Activation.
- Understanding of space planning principles and customer-centric design strategies.
- Knowledge of furnishings, fixtures, finishes, and material applications.
- Strong 3D visualization and rendering skills.
- Proficiency in SketchUp is required.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is required.
- Basic AutoCAD skills are required.
- Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and strong follow-through on assigned tasks.
Additional Information
What can you expect from us:
- Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
- Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
- Development programs according to Leadership skills.
- Specialized training according to the role.
- Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
- We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
- Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
- A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
- And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our WellnessLine, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.
Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the global department.
RRS Group is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. RRS Group will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
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