Interior Designer & Architectural Associate (Seffner)

Location: Tampa, FL/Seffner, FL

Position Type: Full-Time | Salary | 40 Hours per Week

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 4 days in office and 1 day remote

Travel: This position requires travel for site visits and project needs.

Application Requirements: Candidates must submit both a resume and portfolio to be considered.

About the Role

Rooms To Go is seeking a motivated and creative Entry-Level Architectural & Interior Designer to join our Retail Design team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the customer experience by assisting in the development and execution of innovative retail environments across our showroom portfolio.

Working alongside experienced designers, you will contribute to creating inspiring spaces while helping protect and maintain the overall interior design vision and brand standards for Rooms To Go.

We’re searching for someone who is passionate about design, enjoys collaborating with a creative team, and is excited to grow their career in retail design. If you’re eager to contribute fresh ideas while learning from experienced professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing retail interior design concepts.
• Support the execution of the interior design vision across multiple showroom projects.
• Prepare design drawings, layouts, and presentation materials.
• Assist with space planning, fixture layouts, and furniture placement.
• Research and specify interior materials, finishes, FF&E, and furnishings.
• Coordinate with architects, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Help ensure consistency with Rooms To Go’s brand standards and design objectives.
• Participate in site visits and project documentation as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interior design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of professional experience in an architectural or interior design firm preferred.
• Strong design sensibility with excellent creative judgment.
• Understanding of interior architecture, materials, FF&E, and furniture.
• Highly motivated, dependable, organized, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Software Requirements

Proficiency in:

• AutoCAD
• SketchUp
• Adobe Illustrator
• Experience with additional Adobe Creative Suite programs and rendering software is a plus.

About Rooms To Go

Founded in 1991, Rooms To Go set out to change the way people shop for furniture. More than 30 years later and now America's #1 independent furniture retailer, that mission remains the same: make it easy to create a beautiful home by offering stylish, designer-curated rooms of furniture at an exceptional value through a simplified and customer-friendly shopping experience. Rooms To Go operates more than 250 stores across ten states, supported by eight state-of-the-art distribution centers and a growing e-commerce business. With the nation's largest furniture inventory and industry-leading delivery speed, financing options, and product availability, we continue to set the pace for innovation and value. Driving this success is a team that thrives in a growth-oriented culture.

We offer a collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and build a career with a stable and industry-leading company. hether you're looking to launch your career or take the next step, it's a great time to join our team-there's always room for you to grow with us!

Rooms To Go Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Associate discounts including furniture
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• And more!

Rooms To Go is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.