Design Studies
Internship Programs
INTERIOR DESIGN PROGRAM
An interior design internship is a structured experiential learning opportunity that supplements the academic program and meets accreditation requirements for the degree. An internship includes both observation and participation in the functions of a design organization under the direction of an interior designer, architect, or similarly trained professional. The internship is completed under the supervision and in consultation with University faculty and staff.
Internship opportunities in include architectural, commercial, and residential design firms, facility management companies, retail office/residential furniture showrooms, and design resource vendors. Some examples of companies in Madison include: Brownhouse, Designer’s Studio, FLAD, InteriorLogic, Marshall Erdman & Associates, Strang, and others. See ID master site list
Time Commitment
Interior Design = 200 hours required (3 credits required; 80 hours for the first credit, 60 hours per additional credits; 3 credits during any given semester; up to 8 credits total possible)
Application
Once your internship is secured, please submit your application to room 135 SoHE
Interior Design Internship Application form
The application must be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted.
Deadline:
Fall 2008 application deadline is September 5th.
Spring 2009 application deadline: December 19th and January 23rd.
Summer 2009 Application Deadline - May 1st, 2009.
No application will be considered after the deadline. No exceptions.
If you need an extension - contact internship coordinator BEFORE the deadline.
After your application is approved you will receive an e-mail from internship coordinator with registration instructions. All permissions will be entered after the deadline. Thus you will be able to register for the class only after the deadline if your application is approved.
Interior Design Internship prep sessions / internship panels
Need help with resumes or cover letter?
For more resume / cover letter guidelines and samples as well as for interview preparation please see Business Career Center.
Helpful web-sites:
1) ASID web-site: http://asid.jobcontrolcenter.com/search.cfm
2) IIDA job center: http://www.iida.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=62
For more information regarding the DS Internship Programs, contact the Internship Coordinator:
Anna Bahvala
Human Ecology Building, Room 135
1300 Linden Drive
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 265-6467
bahvala@wisc.edu
