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Principal Interior Designer roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree and experience. Your employer files PERM labor certification with DOL before petitioning USCIS, making this a path to permanent U.S. residence rather than a temporary status.
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WHO WE ARE
Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.
We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.
WHAT WE DO
We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.
Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.
Job Description
The Senior Interior Designer will assist the SVP of Design in new clubs, expansion, and renovation projects while managing their own projects. The responsibilities and duties of this position described here are representative of those an employee must perform:
Responsibilities
- Lead new club, renovation and special projects with selection, development and management of interior design and FF&E.
- Manage deliverables for weekly design presentation meetings to leadership.
- Frequent collaboration with internal Architecture & Planning team and cross functional departments such as Marketing, Creative, Procurement and Facilities.
- Lead design projects and co-ordination of outside Architect and Design consultants.
- Travel with the opening team for new clubs and presale offices.
- Source pricing, lead time and stock availability of FF&E items and finish materials.
- Create and manage finish schedules throughout the duration of projects.
- Organize and track FF&E budgets, for new clubs and renovation projects.
- Design and fabricate mood/materials boards for clubs and presale offices.
- Manage internal materials library with updates from vendor representatives.
- Create multimedia Indesign presentations, spreadsheets in Excel, and text documents in Word.
- Create floor plans, interior elevations, and cabinetry details in AutoCAD.
- Manage and implement standard interior signage package. (Send out to vendors for bid, review quote, locate signage appropriately and coordinate installation with construction.)
- Put together Flame Report for the Fire Department in new club districts: Order Flame Certificate from vendors, Complete forms for finishes, and order finishes.
- Process invoices for FF&E and coordinate all shipments, deliveries and installation.
- Become familiar with Equinox spatial requirements and standards.
- Photography and minor graphic design: Photograph clubs, create mood and finishes board, create renderings, and edit images. Professional photography is not required.
- Compile and organize high quality images of finishes for new clubs, for rendering purposes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design.
- 8+ years professional experience with architecture or design firm, ideally in hospitality or high end residential field.
- Highly proficient at AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup and rendering knowledge with strong graphic and digital presentation skills.
- Strong leadership skills, detail-oriented, organized and enjoys problem solving.
- Has a passion for all things design related and ability to take initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of ADA compliance, sustainability and LEED certification a plus.
Pay Transparency: Min $95k - Max $105k
Additional Information
AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees.
- Complimentary Club membership.
- Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
Company Description
WHO WE ARE
Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.
We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.
WHAT WE DO
We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.
Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.
Job Description
The Senior Interior Designer will assist the SVP of Design in new clubs, expansion, and renovation projects while managing their own projects. The responsibilities and duties of this position described here are representative of those an employee must perform:
Responsibilities
- Lead new club, renovation and special projects with selection, development and management of interior design and FF&E.
- Manage deliverables for weekly design presentation meetings to leadership.
- Frequent collaboration with internal Architecture & Planning team and cross functional departments such as Marketing, Creative, Procurement and Facilities.
- Lead design projects and co-ordination of outside Architect and Design consultants.
- Travel with the opening team for new clubs and presale offices.
- Source pricing, lead time and stock availability of FF&E items and finish materials.
- Create and manage finish schedules throughout the duration of projects.
- Organize and track FF&E budgets, for new clubs and renovation projects.
- Design and fabricate mood/materials boards for clubs and presale offices.
- Manage internal materials library with updates from vendor representatives.
- Create multimedia Indesign presentations, spreadsheets in Excel, and text documents in Word.
- Create floor plans, interior elevations, and cabinetry details in AutoCAD.
- Manage and implement standard interior signage package. (Send out to vendors for bid, review quote, locate signage appropriately and coordinate installation with construction.)
- Put together Flame Report for the Fire Department in new club districts: Order Flame Certificate from vendors, Complete forms for finishes, and order finishes.
- Process invoices for FF&E and coordinate all shipments, deliveries and installation.
- Become familiar with Equinox spatial requirements and standards.
- Photography and minor graphic design: Photograph clubs, create mood and finishes board, create renderings, and edit images. Professional photography is not required.
- Compile and organize high quality images of finishes for new clubs, for rendering purposes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design.
- 8+ years professional experience with architecture or design firm, ideally in hospitality or high end residential field.
- Highly proficient at AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup and rendering knowledge with strong graphic and digital presentation skills.
- Strong leadership skills, detail-oriented, organized and enjoys problem solving.
- Has a passion for all things design related and ability to take initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of ADA compliance, sustainability and LEED certification a plus.
Pay Transparency: Min $95k - Max $105k
Additional Information
AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees.
- Complimentary Club membership.
- Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Principal Interior Designer
Align your portfolio with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for your exact role. Document specialized skills, like historic preservation design or healthcare facility planning, that narrowly define the position and reduce recruitment-test risk.
Verify your degree meets EB-2 or EB-3 standards
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers a four-year degree. Get a credential evaluation for foreign design degrees before your employer begins PERM, so USCIS won't question equivalency at the I-140 stage.
Search for employers with active green card sponsorship history
Target architecture and design firms that have sponsored foreign workers before. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your outreach on studios already familiar with PERM and I-140 filings.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current rate for Principal Interior Designer roles in your target city before you receive or evaluate any offer.
Understand priority dates if you're from India or China
EB-2 and EB-3 have per-country annual limits. Nationals of India and China often face multi-year backlogs before an immigrant visa number becomes available. File your I-140 as early as your employer allows to lock in the earliest possible priority date.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process.
Green Card Principal Interior Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Principal Interior Designer role qualify for PERM labor certification?
Yes. Interior design roles that require a bachelor's or advanced degree in interior design or architecture, combined with demonstrated specialized experience, qualify for PERM. Your employer defines the minimum requirements for the position, files a prevailing wage determination with DOL, and runs a recruitment test before submitting the PERM application to prove no qualified U.S. worker applied.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa grants temporary status in two-year or three-year increments and requires renewal. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The process is longer, involving PERM labor certification, an I-140 immigrant petition, and either adjustment of status or consular processing, but the outcome is permanent rather than temporary authorization.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for interior designers?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focus on mid-to-large architecture firms, commercial real estate developers, and healthcare facility design studios, as these employers most frequently sponsor foreign design professionals through PERM and have internal HR processes for managing multi-year immigration cases.
Does EB-2 or EB-3 make more sense for a Principal Interior Designer?
EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree, or if you hold a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive experience in interior design. EB-3 covers roles requiring a four-year degree or skilled workers with two or more years of experience. Your employer's attorney will review the job requirements and your credentials to determine which category fits and sets the strongest PERM position.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you transfer to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting your case. Your priority date from the approved I-140 can also be carried over to a new employer's petition, preserving your place in the queue.