Role Overview
Gensler is hiring a Designer - Hospitality - Junior. This is a full-time role in Washington. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Your Role
As a Gensler Designer with our team in Washington, D.C., your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for our incredible clients. With you as part of the team, our designs have never been so engaging.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate on interior architecture and interior design projects that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and management of budgets and schedules
- Coordinate with Interior Designers, Project Architects and Project Managers to deliver project milestones
- Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications, and material selections needed for construction
- Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
- Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, consultants, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives
- Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
- Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited program
- 0-5 years of professional experience
- Experience with Hospitality and/or retail projects a plus
- Proficient in Revit,3D and other modeling software programs
- Knowledge of the design process, including FF+E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
- Conceptual 3-dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
- Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, SPEXX a plus
- Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
- Ability to generate and communicate design ideas and direction quickly
- A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; If possible, portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
For consideration, please submit resume and a portfolio.
This role is not remote; we look forward to working with our new team member in our incredible D.C. office.
**The base salary range is estimated to be between $65 - $85K plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Please visit this section of our website to learn more about our approach to compensation: Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design.
We encourage every person at Gensler 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Designer - Hospitality - Junior position at Gensler?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Gensler. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Designer - Hospitality - Junior position at Gensler located?
This position is based in Washington. Gensler has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Designer - Hospitality - Junior at Gensler earn?
Gensler has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Designer - Hospitality - Junior role at Gensler posted?
This role was posted on April 29, 2026 (54 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Designer - Hospitality - Junior role at Gensler entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Gensler has listed.
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