Yan Studio Design & Build Hiring! Internship Interior Designer in Federal Territory, Earn up to MYR 2,000 - Ricebowl

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Plan small project timelines and track deliverables to meet client and site milestones.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers to confirm lead times and materials.
• Maintain project folders, update budgets, and log changes for clear project history.
• Support site inspections and follow up on punch list items until handover is complete.

Design & Documentation

• Create concept sketches, mood boards, and material boards that communicate design intent.
• Produce accurate CAD drawings and as-built revisions for construction use.
• Develop 3D visuals and presentation drawings to help clients and contractors understand the design.
• Specify finishes, fixtures, and furniture with clear schedules and technical notes.

Site & Client Coordination

• Attend site meetings to clarify design intent and resolve on-site issues promptly.
• Communicate with clients in a clear, patient manner about timelines and decisions.
• Ensure workmanship matches the design intent through regular site checks and photo reports.
• Prepare simple tender packs and follow up on supplier quotations when needed.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor or Diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent portfolio evidence.
• Fresh graduates and interns are welcome; show relevant studio projects or internship experience.
• A portfolio with concept work, technical drawings, or completed fit-outs is required.
• Willingness to work on site visits and learn construction processes is essential.

Hard Skills & Knowledge

• Proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D documentation and basic construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of SketchUp or similar 3D modelling tools for visualisation.
• Familiarity with rendering tools and Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator for presentation work.
• Basic understanding of materials, finishes, joinery details, and construction terminology.

Soft Skills & Qualities

• Clear communication and client care skills to explain design choices and manage expectations.
• Good organisation and time management to handle multiple small tasks per project.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn on site and from contractors.
• Attention to detail and a practical mindset to produce documentation that builders can use.

Love shaping how interiors look and feel while keeping things buildable? Join us by working with us at Yan Studio Design & Build, a hands-on design and build studio in Malaysia that focuses on practical, well-crafted spaces for homes and small commercial projects. We care about usable layouts, clear details, and clients who enjoy the final space.

As an Interior Designer you will build concepts into real rooms, prepare drawings and 3D visuals, and support site handover. This role is about creating and scaling repeatable design solutions that are tidy to document and straightforward to build.

Your Growth & Impact

• Develop a portfolio of built projects that shows concept to completion in a real construction setting.
• Build technical confidence in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and rendering tools through regular project work.
• Expand client-facing experience by presenting design ideas and managing simple client revisions.
• Collaborate directly with contractors and suppliers to learn practical construction sequencing and material choices.
• Position yourself for a senior designer role by owning small projects from briefing to handover.