Intern Architect

Job Description

At IKEA, we do things a little differently. We think differently, act differently, and work differently as well. We like to break things—like rules—and then make things, like music-playing lamps and beds disguised as sofas. It’s all part of our vision: to create a better everyday life for the many people. By 2030, we hope to help millions more look forward to going home. Maybe you can help us?

About the area

Core Business Retail Concept is dedicated to protecting, expanding, and developing the IKEA Concept and the IKEA Brand in both existing and new markets. This includes sharing IKEA knowledge and learning across the franchise system.

Retail Concept consists of the following four areas: Brand & Marketing, Expansion, Learning, and Retail Experience.

About the assignment

We offer unique IKEA specialist competence in developing, improving, designing, establishing, and operating IKEA Customer Meeting Points based on a market approach across all IKEA markets. Customer Meeting Points include IKEA Stores, Small Stores, Pick-up & Points, Plan Shops, and Plan & Order Points.

We coach, mentor, support, and challenge IKEA retailers in their expansion plans and collaborate with our IKEA franchisees in over 50 countries worldwide. We thrive in a multicultural environment where we comfortably use English (spoken and written) to communicate. We co-create and innovate IKEA retail architecture, transforming market and business needs into outstanding customer experiences.

Do you want to take part in designing IKEA customer meeting places worldwide? Would you like to work in an open-minded and international environment? Then we are looking for you!

About the role

We are looking for an architectural intern for a 12-month period at our office in Malmö Fabriken, starting September 2025. During your internship, you will be a member of one of our architect teams. Your tasks will include:

• Providing support in feasibility studies, conceptual drawings, and schematic designs.
• Building 3D models using ArchiCAD.
• Creating 3D visualizations, diagrams, and illustrations.

About you

You are a driven person with a genuine interest in exploring and developing retail design with an agile approach. You have strong interpersonal skills and find it easy to build relationships and earn trust, embodying IKEA values. You take responsibility for actions and results, making things happen. You should have:

• At least 3 years of study in the field of architecture or design (bachelor's degree).
• An interest in retail design across various scale projects.
• Good skills in visualization and presentation techniques.
• Strong social skills and the ability to work independently.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Experience working with ArchiCAD or other CAD software and Adobe products.

You would benefit most from this internship if you are a proactive person, as this role will allow you to take on more responsibilities as you demonstrate your capability.

Additional Information

This role is full-time and based in Malmö, Sweden. You will report to Design Manager. If you would like to know more about the role, please connect with anna.hansson@inter.ikea.com, or if you have questions about the recruitment process, please connect with recruiter linnea.dietrichson@inter.ikea.com

Interested?

Submit your CV, motivational letter, and portfolio by 7th of May, 2025. We truly want to get to know you, so make sure you tell us why you want to work at Inter IKEA and why you would be a great fit for this role. Please note that we will be interviewing continuously, which means we may close the application process earlier if we find the right candidate. Don’t hesitate, submit your application as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application in English!