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Interior Design Associate jobs are open across residential firms, commercial studios, retail brands, hospitality groups, and architecture practices, from entry-level to mid-career, with specializations in space planning, FF&E sourcing, and client presentation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Title:
Assistant Lecturer of Interior DesignCompensation:
$48,000-$59,000Department:
Department of CMIDStart Date:
08/20/2027About this opportunity:
The Department of Construction Management and Interior Design has a full-time non-tenure track faculty position for the Interior Design program available August 2027. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester in the area of interior design and participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed.Employer will consider sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you will bring:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate or graduate online courses per semester.
- Assist in obtaining and/or maintaining the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.
- Develop new courses, as needed and/or revise existing courses.
- Participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in Interior Design, Architecture, or closely related field.
- Three years of experience in the design industry.
- Evidence of excellent teamwork.
For faculty qualified through tested experience, the following guidelines will be considered in lieu of the stated minimum qualifications:
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience.
- Experience at the managerial/professional level.
- Relevant professional licensure and certification(s) may include but are not limited to:
1.Registered as an Interior Designer, or Architect (RA)
2.National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Certification
3.Accreditation as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional
(LEED-AP)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in interior design, architecture, or closely related field.
- Experience with design software programs: Revit, CAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion, etc.
- Experience in design build.
- Experience in construction management.
- Licensure and/or certification in interior design (NCIDQ), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Professional (LEED-AP), or closely related field.
- A record of successful teaching experience, as demonstrated through reappointment to teaching positions, student evaluations, peer evaluations and/or administrative evaluations.
- More than five years of experience in design and/or the interior design industry.
- Effective oral and written communication.
Position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 1, 2027. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position if filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
How to apply:
For inquiries, please contact Reza Ahmadi, Search Committee Chair, at rahmadi@bsu.edu or 765-285-1471.
Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Portfolio
Optional Documents
1. Undergraduate Transcripts
2. Master's Transcripts
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
Curious about our excellent benefits package?
We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.
Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.
Relocation Program: MakeMyMove
Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.
Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.
Current benefits for eligible participants may include:
- Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
- Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
- Access to the Ball State University Library
- One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
- Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
- Help desk for connecting to local resources
- Opportunity for board participation
- Six-month YMCA membership
Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.
Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.
Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.
Position Title:
Assistant Lecturer of Interior DesignCompensation:
$48,000-$59,000Department:
Department of CMIDStart Date:
08/20/2027About this opportunity:
The Department of Construction Management and Interior Design has a full-time non-tenure track faculty position for the Interior Design program available August 2027. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester in the area of interior design and participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed.Employer will consider sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you will bring:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate or graduate online courses per semester.
- Assist in obtaining and/or maintaining the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.
- Develop new courses, as needed and/or revise existing courses.
- Participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in Interior Design, Architecture, or closely related field.
- Three years of experience in the design industry.
- Evidence of excellent teamwork.
For faculty qualified through tested experience, the following guidelines will be considered in lieu of the stated minimum qualifications:
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience.
- Experience at the managerial/professional level.
- Relevant professional licensure and certification(s) may include but are not limited to:
1.Registered as an Interior Designer, or Architect (RA)
2.National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Certification
3.Accreditation as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional
(LEED-AP)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in interior design, architecture, or closely related field.
- Experience with design software programs: Revit, CAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Lumion, etc.
- Experience in design build.
- Experience in construction management.
- Licensure and/or certification in interior design (NCIDQ), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Professional (LEED-AP), or closely related field.
- A record of successful teaching experience, as demonstrated through reappointment to teaching positions, student evaluations, peer evaluations and/or administrative evaluations.
- More than five years of experience in design and/or the interior design industry.
- Effective oral and written communication.
Position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 1, 2027. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position if filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
How to apply:
For inquiries, please contact Reza Ahmadi, Search Committee Chair, at rahmadi@bsu.edu or 765-285-1471.
Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Portfolio
Optional Documents
1. Undergraduate Transcripts
2. Master's Transcripts
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
Curious about our excellent benefits package?
We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.
Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.
Relocation Program: MakeMyMove
Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.
Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.
Current benefits for eligible participants may include:
- Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
- Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
- Access to the Ball State University Library
- One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
- Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
- Help desk for connecting to local resources
- Opportunity for board participation
- Six-month YMCA membership
Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.
Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.
Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.
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Who's Hiring
- RH59
- Ethan Allen56
- calico29
- Ware Malcomb14
- Corgan9
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail31
- Education4
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Insurance1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in interior design associate jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp for drafting and documentation
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or a related design field
- Experience with FF&E sourcing, specification writing, and vendor coordination
- Strong portfolio demonstrating residential, commercial, or hospitality projects
- Familiarity with building codes, ADA requirements, and finish material standards
- NCIDQ certification or active progress toward it preferred for mid-level roles
Tips for Your Interior Design Associate Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to the role type
Residential and commercial hiring managers look for completely different portfolios. Pull the two or three projects that match the firm's focus and lead with those. A mixed portfolio without a clear emphasis makes it harder for reviewers to picture you in the role.
List software versions on your resume
Employers screening for AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp often filter by version proficiency. Listing the exact versions you use daily signals hands-on fluency rather than passing familiarity, which moves your resume past the first cut faster.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists interior design associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name specific project phases
Job descriptions that mention schematic design, design development, or construction documents tell you exactly where you'd spend your time. Match those phases to your strongest experience in your cover letter so the connection is immediate and concrete.
Prepare a materials and sourcing narrative for interviews
Interviewers at product-heavy firms often ask how you research vendors and manage FF&E selections. Walk through one real project: how you found suppliers, resolved lead-time conflicts, and kept specifications organized. That specificity separates you from candidates who speak in generalities.
Follow up with a visual one-pager after interviews
A single-page PDF with a project image and three bullet points on what you'd bring to the role lands differently than a plain thank-you email. It reinforces your design sensibility and keeps your name visible while the firm is still comparing candidates.
Interior Design Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most interior design associates?
The most active employers for interior design associates right now are RH, Ethan Allen, and calico, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitality groups and large commercial firms tend to post the highest volume of associate-level roles consistently.
How many interior design associate jobs are remote?
About 29% of interior design associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in roles focused on FF&E specification writing, mood board production, and virtual client presentations rather than hands-on site work or construction document coordination.
How do you become an interior design associate?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in interior design or a closely related field from a Council for Interior Design Accreditation program. Build proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit through coursework and personal projects. Assemble a portfolio with at least two or three distinct project types. Apply for entry-level associate or junior designer roles and pursue NCIDQ exam eligibility as you accumulate the required hours.
How do you get hired as an interior design associate with little experience?
Focus your portfolio on academic projects, volunteer work, or freelance styling work rather than leaving it empty. Firms hiring entry-level associates care more about process documentation and design thinking than finished professional projects. Apply to studios that explicitly list new graduates in their job descriptions, and use informational conversations with working designers to learn which firms actively mentor early-career hires.
What does the interior design associate interview process look like?
Most firms open with a phone screen to confirm software fluency and availability, then invite you for a portfolio review where you walk through two or three projects in detail. A second round often includes a brief design exercise or take-home test. Larger firms may add a panel interview with project managers or principals before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to interior design associate jobs?
You can find and apply to interior design associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from residential studios, commercial firms, hospitality groups, and retail brands across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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