Interior Design Intern Review

Reviewing design proposals—ranging from furniture and carpet designs to sourcing new product replacements—means that no two days are the same when interning with Hilton. One day I might be on-site, and the next, working from the comfort of my home. My line manager is approachable, and I was trusted to work directly with designers, suppliers, and hotels to develop new design schemes for properties across England and Europe. A significant part of my placement also involved creating presentation materials to recap each quarter. I felt honored to be entrusted with such important documents, which also allowed me to hone my graphic design skills.

Yes, I gained a lot more than I anticipated, as I was always open to new or additional tasks to broaden my horizons. It was always up to me to accept a task or not—my manager and colleagues would check with me first to see if I had the capacity to take it on.

I’ve absolutely honed my interior design skills—learning to make design decisions more quickly while balancing aesthetics with functionality, and gaining a solid understanding of hotel standards. I also adapted to working in a professional corporate environment and deepened my knowledge of the hospitality business. Through presentation work, I expanded my graphic design skills as well. This placement taught me how to adapt quickly, work under pressure, and manage my time effectively. Since much of the work was remote, I was responsible for managing my own calendar—choosing whether to work from home, the office, or on-site.

It was just the right amount of support—they were always there to answer questions and offer guidance, while still allowing me to experiment and find my own way.

Positive and uplifting.

I truly enjoyed this experience—a year I’ll always cherish—and I’m proud to have been part of the company. I was surrounded by lovely colleagues, a great company culture, and I learned so much along the way.

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