Interior Designer - Entry Level

ABOUT THE ROLE

This entry-level position will have a design/technical focus and be a member of our multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with design and technical leadership and will be an integral part of project teams. Under the direct supervision of designated project leadership, the primary responsibilities will include the following:

• Under direct supervision of the Interior Design leader, assist the design team in all project phases including Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
• Under direct supervision, assist with furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) selections, layouts and documentation throughout all phases of interior design work, as required.
• Assist in spaces, including drawings of floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, pattern plans, elevations, details, room finishes, etc.
• Conduct research as directed for product and finish selections; assist in the development of finish plans and specifications.
• Become familiar with building and life safety codes and their correct application to Interior Design work.
• Assist in preparing computerized renderings and other presentation materials.
• Produce drawings and perform support functions as directed in conformance with project time, cost and quality constraints.
• Follow Cannon Design drawing standards.
• In some offices, may maintain the Interior Design library by organizing and continually updating new and discontinued materials as determined by office.
• Order samples and materials from vendors.
• May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk‑through of site.
• May perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a relevant field required by hire date.
• Strong creative design portfolio as well as strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and multi‑tasking skills a must.
• Proficiency with Revit and Enscape preferred. Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite required.
• Travel as required.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Chicago office is $22.72 to $25.57 per hour. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account options, voluntary insurances, paid time off, flex‑time schedules, remote work options, a 401(k) plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit  Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

Cannon Design is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and society. At the heart of everything we do is Living‑Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better.

It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required time frames and adhere to our internal…