Entry Level Lead Interior Designer Jobs
New grad lead interior designer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with employers like RH, Vesta, and La-Z-Boy hiring at this level now.
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Position Summary
✨This is in SOUTH SACRAMENTO - Brand new store opening soon! Join the Team at Our New South Sacramento Living Spaces Store! ✨We are excited to announce the opening of our newest Living Spaces Furniture location in South Sacramento and are looking for passionate, customer-focused specialists to join our team!
While our store is being built, we are hosting the hiring event at the Hilton Garden Inn in Elk Grove. The address is:
Hilton Garden Inn 9241 Laguna Springs Drive Elk Grove, CA 95758
Requirements:
Degree or Certificate of Interior Design
Must be available to work weekends and holidays
Passion for delivering an exceptional customer experience
Hiring Event Schedule
Thursday, October 22nd| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, October 23rd | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, October 24th| 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
South Sacramento Area
This position’s primary responsibility to service in-store guests with a selling strategy that follows the guidelines of our Guest Engagement Model, while emphasizing the Interior Design. Will service any influx of scheduled design appointments made in-house, through our Commercial business channels, or via appointment setting technology by analyzing collected information pertaining to the project’s requests/constraints
Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Greet and engage guests and execute sales proficiency using Living Spaces Guest Engagement Model and supporting behaviors
- Determine guests’ goals and requirements of their design project
- Provide relevant design advice, product knowledge, and product recommendations
- Present customized room designs, including sample fabrics, furniture, tables and accessory recommendations
- Maintains current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability
- Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration
- Processes customer transactions in the Point of Sale system
- Completes required training in the expected timeframe, and participates in ongoing learning opportunities
- Actively support and contribute to the store team with the goal of helping the entire team delight guests and achieve revenue targets
- Ensure that the stores is “Grand Opening” ready by completing the daily task list and style guides
- Ability to work weekends and most holidays
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
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Qualifications
Education/Experience: Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent from a community college or four-year college in interior design. 1-2 years experience in a customer service, retail, or furniture store environment. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have experience in Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of design software programs is a plus.
Certificates and Licenses: Vocational certificate or degree in interior design. Must successfully complete the internal certification program at Living Spaces.
Position Hiring Range
The hiring pay range provides a good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage that Living Spaces expects to pay for the position upon hire. Pay will be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to: applicant's education, relevant work experience, knowledge, applicable and relevant skills and abilities, market demand, Company budget, as well as internal equity and alignment with geographic market data. Living Spaces reserves the right to modify this page at any time.
Compensation: $21.10 - $27.40Overtime pay is available for eligible, non-exempt Team Members. Reimbursement for expenses as required by applicable law and Company policy. Retail, Guest Services and Distribution Center Team Members are eligible to receive team bonus based on meeting specific goals and KPI's.
Additional available benefits upon meeting eligibility requirements include:
Medical (full-time only)
Dental (full-time only)
Vision (full-time only)
401(k) with Company match (full and part-time)
Vacation (full-time only or as otherwise required by applicable law)
Paid Sick Leave (full and part-time)
Flex or Health Spending Account (for eligible full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program (full and part-time)
Holiday pay (full-time only)
Life insurance (full-time only)
For more details, please visit our website at: Careers (livingspaces.com)
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
E-Verify
Living Spaces participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired team members are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility.
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Entry Level Lead Interior Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead interior designer job?
Build a portfolio that shows space planning, material selection, and client-ready presentations, even if the work comes from student projects or volunteer renovations. Employers hiring at this level look for proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp alongside a demonstrated eye for detail. Internship experience, a relevant degree, and a cohesive portfolio are the strongest signals that a candidate is ready for a first professional role.
Which companies hire entry level lead interior designers?
Companies hiring entry level lead interior designers right now include RH, Vesta, and La-Z-Boy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hirers tend to include commercial design studios, hospitality groups, retail chains, and real estate development firms that build dedicated design teams and train junior talent on the job.
Are there remote entry level lead interior designer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements. About 10% of entry level lead interior designer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions more common in roles focused on space planning, rendering, and client presentations rather than hands-on site coordination.
Are these new grad lead interior designer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with limited professional experience. A posting is new-grad friendly when it lists internships or academic projects as qualifying experience, asks for zero to two years in the field, or emphasizes portfolio quality over a long work history rather than requiring prior employment.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead interior designers?
Entry Level lead interior designer roles concentrate in Retail, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they invest continuously in physical environments, whether for guest experience, retail presentation, or workplace design, and need junior designers who can support projects from concept through installation.