Appalachian State University Interior Design Alumni

05/14/2026

JOB OPPORTUNITY - Greensboro, NC: Storr Office Environments is searching for a Commercial Sales Associate (entry-level sales associate).

The role is highly relationship-driven and consultative, making it a strong fit for students and recent graduates from Interior Design, Communications, Marketing, Business, and other collaborative, client-focused programs.

Many individuals who thrive in this role are:

Strong communicators

Relationship builders

Creative problem-solvers

Comfortable networking and learning new things

Interested in workplace design, client engagement, and business development

This role is designed as a developmental path into a full-time Account Manager position within the commercial interiors industry. Team members work closely with clients, designers, and workplace solutions while learning the business side of commercial interiors.

See more information in the comments below.

Good Luck!

Storr Office Environments is a Steelcase office furniture Dealer serving the Triangle and Triad including Raleigh, Greensboro, Morrisville, Chapel Hill, Durham

05/14/2026

JOB OPPORTUNITY - NYC: Flos, NYC is looking for a Project Manager. Good luck!

FLOS is a globally recognized leader in decorative, architectural, and outdoor lighting, known for innovation, design excellence, and technical performance. With a strong presence in North America and headquarters in Italy, FLOS collaborates with leading designers, architects, and lighting professio...

04/24/2026

THANK YOU!!! I always say we have the best students, but we have the best alums too! In 2 days, we met and exceeded the goal! I've got more goodies to come for the seniors next week!

THANK YOU SO MUCH for your support! The seniors are loving the snacks and drinks and I plan to restock that soon! I'd like to be able to get them some pizza a couple of nights next week (don't tell them....a surprise). If alums donate $100 more total, I can get that done!

Dear Alums,
It's the end of the semester! Senior Portfolio Review is Thursday the 30th (public reception from 4-6). I bet you remember those last crazy days in studio. To help the seniors, I have created a Senior Survival Kit in the studio and it has been very appreciated. I'd like to restock that kit (all the snacks are already gone) and next week, I'd like like to get them some pizzas at night. We can no longer buy any food through the University, so I'd like to do this personally. If you'd like to contribute, I think I could do some nice things for their last long days in studio if I had about $200 total. If you are interested in contributing, please Venmo me ASAP at Jeanne-Mercer-Ballard (last 4 digits 4899) and I'll make sure it gets used for this. If you want to check first to see if I got enough (I'll try to post when this happens), feel free to email me [email protected]. THANKS for your support!

04/22/2026

THANK YOU!!! I always say we have the best students, but we have the best alums too! In 2 days, we met and exceeded the goal! I've got more goodies to come for the seniors next week!

Dear Alums,
It's the end of the semester! Senior Portfolio Review is Thursday the 30th (public reception from 4-6). I bet you remember those last crazy days in studio. To help the seniors, I have created a Senior Survival Kit in the studio and it has been very appreciated. I'd like to restock that kit (all the snacks are already gone) and next week, I'd like like to get them some pizzas at night. We can no longer buy any food through the University, so I'd like to do this personally. If you'd like to contribute, I think I could do some nice things for their last long days in studio if I had about $200 total. If you are interested in contributing, please Venmo me ASAP at Jeanne-Mercer-Ballard (last 4 digits 4899) and I'll make sure it gets used for this. If you want to check first to see if I got enough (I'll try to post when this happens), feel free to email me [email protected]. THANKS for your support!

04/18/2026

JOB OPPORTUNITY - Charlotte:

"My name is Betsy Kauffman, and I am the co-owner of Kauffman & Co., a custom furniture manufacturer based in the Charlotte area. We design and build high-quality custom furniture for both residential and commercial clients, and we are actively growing our commercial presence across the region.

I am reaching out because we have an immediate opening for a Design Project Manager — an entry-level role ideally suited for a recent graduate with a degree in Interior Design and some internship experience. It's a hands-on position at the intersection of design, client communication, and project coordination, with real exposure to custom fabrication in both the commercial and residential design markets.

A few details worth noting:
The role is Charlotte-based with weekly travel to our furniture manufacturing facility in Denver, NC (about 30 miles from Charlotte, typically a 45-minute drive)
The candidate will work directly alongside our Design Operations Leader, a senior role we are also actively recruiting — happy to share that overview as well if it would be useful for your alumni network
It's a strong launching pad for someone who wants to build practical, real-world design skills quickly in a growing company

I've attached a role overview for your reference (see in comments). If you have graduating seniors or recent alumni who might be a strong fit, I'd be grateful for an introduction or the chance to connect with your program directly. I'm also happy to come speak to your students about careers in custom furniture and commercial design if that would ever be of interest.

Thank you for your time — I look forward to connecting,"
Betsy

Betsy Kauffman

Kauffman & Co. Furniture

1420 S. Mint St.

Charlotte, NC 28203

[email protected]

www.kauffmanandco.com

c: 704-779-6298

CUSTOM CRAFTED FURNITURE Shaping spaces with custom craftsmanship. Custom furniture solutions designed for living, working, and everything in between. A B O U T Photo Credits: MB PRODUCTIONS ABOUT KAUFFMAN & CO Kauffman & Co. Furniture creates custom wood furniture and products. Our team is comprise...

04/17/2026

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Following are opportunities with CBI that an alum shared with me (thanks to Rickylee Minton).

Good luck!

Jeanne

I wanted to reach out to let you know about some job openings we have here at CBI. In Charlotte, we are currently looking for one senior designer for furniture, one designer for interior construction, and a junior designer for furniture. If you could help get the word out, that would be wonderful! Here are the links to apply:
Sr. Designer
Interior Construction Designer
Junior Designer - This does say 3+ years of experience, but my boss is looking for someone right out of college.

See links in the comments. Thanks Rickylee Minton for sharing this with us!

04/15/2026

I've got a great 3rd year student looking for an internship in the Raleigh area. Any company would be lucky to have her and won't be disappointed. Please let me know if you know of any openings: [email protected]

03/27/2026

Hope to see you tomorrow!

Mark your calendars now for the App State M+F Expo [materials and finishes trade show], March 27, 2026. If you are a a professional, we'd love to have you attend [open to the public]. If you are a materials or finishes product rep, email me [[email protected]] and I'll send you the exhibitor invite with all the information. We typically have over 30 exhibitors!

03/23/2026

Interested in being a reviewer for our upcoming Senior Portfolio Review? Let me know at [email protected]
We'd love to have some more great professionals reviewing the work and giving our students feedback on their senior projects.
Thanks!
Jeanne

03/20/2026

Know of an internship opportunity this summer for our App State interior design students? If so, please share it with me: [email protected] We've got some great students looking in multiple markets.
Thanks!
[photo from a recent field study in NYC]

03/18/2026

Job Opportunities: SFCS - https://www.sfcs.com/careers
Good luck!

Founded in 1920, we are a senior living, education and civic/public architecture, engineering, and interior design firm that creates solutions for positive change and elevates the human experience.