Designer - Workplace Interiors - Junior

General Information Posting Date 08-06-2026 Time Type Full-Time Job ID 8797 Areas of Expertise Technology Job Category Interior Design Locations San Francisco, CA, US Description Your Role As a Designer in Gensler's San Francisco office, you will help shape the future of work for some of the world's most innovative technology and AI companies. Partnering closely with Design Directors and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the design and delivery of transformative workplace environments that support rapid growth, evolving business needs, and cutting-edge ways of working. In this role, you will develop creative design solutions from concept through construction administration, translating ideas into compelling 2D and 3D models, visualizations, and technical documentation. You are energized by complex project challenges, comfortable shifting between diverse project scopes, and able to move at the pace of clients operating at the forefront of innovation. Your curiosity, design excellence, and collaborative mindset will enable you to drive impactful outcomes while growing alongside some of the industry's most talented designers. Why Gensler At Gensler, you'll work on projects that redefine how people connect, create, and collaborate. Our San Francisco team partners with industry-leading technology and AI organizations to design next-generation workplaces that foster innovation, attract top talent, and support evolving business strategies. Supported by Gensler's global platform and deep expertise across workplace, sciences, aviation, education, hospitality, retail, and technology, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects ranging from high-growth startups and AI pioneers to globally recognized brands. Whether shaping the future headquarters of an emerging technology company or delivering transformative spaces for established industry leaders, you'll create environments that are innovative, resilient, and meaningful. What You Will Do Support project teams through all phases of design, including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation Assist with the development of graphic presentations, 3D renderings, drawings, and visual materials Contribute to space planning, finish selections, specifications, and design documentation Help prepare and present FF&E selections, including furniture, fabrics, lighting, and finishes Use hand sketching and digital tools to communicate design ideas and concepts Collaborate with designers, architects, and project team members in a teamoriented studio environment Coordinate with consultants, vendors, product representatives, and fabricators as directed Provide design support during project execution to help ensure design intent Participate in studio activities, learning programs, and office initiatives Support the use of new and emerging technologies, including AI tools, to enhance design workflows Gain exposure to a variety of project types, including Workplace, Technology, Education, Sciences, Mixed-Use, and Commercial. Your Qualifications Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture 0-5 years of related project experience or internship experience at a commercial interior design or architecture firm Proficiency in Revit is required Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, Enscape, Lumion, hand sketching, and new AI techniques Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment, work collaboratively, and have the ability to take direction from senior designers/architects. Clear verbal communication abilities and are detail-oriented. Possess a visual communication style and can think and visualize in three-dimensions To be considered, please submit a portfolio in PDF format, as well as a cover letter that outlines your design inspiration and passion, why you want to work at Gensler, and design tools that you use and how you apply them. **The base salary will be estimated between $75,000-91,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. This opportunity is designed for on-site collaboration, offering the chance to engage closely with our team and projects in person. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role at this time. Life at Gensler At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests. We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

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