Interior Design internship in Singapore
Help design teams plan spaces, choose materials and present ideas to clients in Singapore.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As an Interior Design intern in Singapore, you might:
- Draw and update space plans and layouts.
- Build mood boards and material and color palettes.
- Make 3D views and renders to show ideas to clients.
- Source furniture, finishes and samples, and keep supplier lists up to date.
- Join site visits and client meetings and take notes.
You'll build drawing, presentation and sourcing skills, and add to your portfolio with real project work.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Interior design in Singapore
Singapore is a small, dense city, and many people live in public housing flats built by the Housing & Development Board (HDB). Renovations in HDB flats follow HDB's rules, so much of the residential design here is about working smartly within those rules and with compact floor plans.
Beyond homes, interior designers work on shops, offices, cafes and hotels. Depending on your host, you might help with space plans, material boards, 3D views or supplier lists. Bring a portfolio if you have one, even a small one, and tell your career advisor which software you use. Design students, graduates and career changers are all welcome.
Job roles
Interior Design Assistant Intern
Help develop layouts and design concepts with a team.
3D Visualization Intern
Make renders and walkthroughs of proposed spaces.
Materials & Sourcing Intern
Find, compare and track finishes, furniture and samples.
Design Presentation Intern
Prepare boards and slides for client meetings.
Space Planning Intern
Help fit furniture and fittings into compact homes and offices.
Project Coordination Intern
Keep schedules, drawings and supplier details organized.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company, and all our host companies in Singapore work in English.
The industry
The Interior Design industry in Singapore
Economic impact
Singapore has limited land, so interior designers work on compact homes, shops, offices and hospitality spaces where every square meter counts.
Technology
Designers use drawing, 3D modeling and rendering software, and often share designs with clients on screen.
Career opportunities
Residential design, commercial and retail interiors, hospitality, space planning and design sourcing are all open to you, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Can I do an interior design internship in Singapore as an international student?
You need to be 18 or over with good English. Any nationality can apply, with or without a degree, and no experience is needed. Visa assistance is included in every program. We confirm your visa route before you pay the deposit and prepare the documents your embassy asks for.
Do I need a portfolio for an interior design internship in Singapore?
It helps, but a small one is fine. Show a few projects and tell your career advisor which drawing and 3D software you use.
Do I need a design degree for an interior design internship in Singapore?
No. Design students are a natural fit, but graduates and career changers are welcome, with or without a degree.
Applications open all year
Your field, somewhere new.
It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.