Intern Interior Design Program Resources

  • The Internship Time Limit Policy (REG-18-002) advises intern members of the AAA of a policy to be put into effect in 2021 that will affect the period of time Intern Architects and Intern Interior Designers are provided to gain the practical experience required to complete the applicable internship program and meet national examination requirements.

  • The Intern Annual Dues & Professional Development Policy Registration Bulletin (RB03-2013) advises members of the AAA of a policy put into effect in 2016 affecting the dues and PD program participation of both Intern Architects and Intern Interior Designers.

  • A Temporary Leave of Absence Policy provides information for RA, LID, IA and IID members in good standing (having no outstanding fees/dues or PD requirements) who demonstrate a need for leave.

  • To help Interns navigate the IID Program, the AAA hosted a virtual Intern Info Session and answered some commonly asked questions.

  • Mandatory Minimum Requirements:
    Prior to January 1, 2022
    		  
    As of January 1, 2022
    Summary of Reviewed Experience
    Minimum Hours Required
     
    Summary of Reviewed Experience
    Minimum Hours Required
    A. Programing 570   A. Programing 600
    Client Requirements 200   Client Requirements 210
    Research and analysis 100   Research and analysis 105
    Space & Conditions Analysis and Site Measure 185   Space & Conditions Analysis and Site Measure 190
    Client/User Interviews 45   Client/User Interviews 50
    Building Code/Occupancy Requirements 40   Building Code/Occupancy Requirements 45
    Other     Other  
             
    B. Planning/Schematic Design 445   B. Planning/Schematic Design 475
    Space Relationships 90   Space Relationships 95
    Space Planning 200   Space Planning 205
    Life, Safety and Building Code Requirements 45   Life, Safety and Building Code Requirements 50
    Meetings with Authorities Having Jurisdiction 15   Meetings with Authorities Having Jurisdiction 20
    Client Meetings 50   Client Meetings 55
    Furniture/Fixture/Equipment Preliminary Layouts 45   Furniture/Fixture/Equipment Preliminary Layouts 50
    Other     Other  
             
    C. Design Development 655   C. Design Development 700
    Design Concept 85   Design Concept 85
    Color Concept 30   Color Concept 30
    Material and Finish Selection 85   Material and Finish Selection 85
    Detailing-Elevations/Selections 80   Detailing-Elevations/Selections 85
    Reflected Ceiling Plan 65   Reflected Ceiling Plan 65
    Light Concept Plan 65   Light Concept Plan 70
    Budget Pricing 70   Budget Pricing 80
    Furniture & Textile Selections 60   Furniture & Textile Selections 60
    Life, Safety and Building Code Requirements 25   Life, Safety and Building Code Requirements 45
    Presentations 50   Presentations 55
    Furniture Ordering 40   Furniture Ordering 40
    Other     Other  
             
    D. Contract Documents 1240   D. Contract Documents 1270
    Working Drawings - Interior Construction 500   Working Drawings - Interior Construction 500
    Working Drawings - Detail Drawings - Elevations/Selections 300   Working Drawings - Detail Drawings - Elevations/Selections 300
    Specific Writing 140   Specific Writing 150
    Professional Consultant Coordination 60   Professional Consultant Coordination 70
    Bidding and Contract Documentation 100   Bidding and Contract Documentation 110
    Tendering/Pricing 60   Tendering/Pricing 60
    Addenda Preparation 30   Addenda Preparation 30
    Bidding Analysis and Award 50   Bidding Analysis and Award 50
    Other     Other  
             
    E. Contract Administration 325   E. Contract Administration 370
    Contractor Coordination 50   Contractor Coordination 55
    Check Shop Drawings 30   Check Shop Drawings 35
    Job Site Reivew & Reporting 35   Job Site Reivew & Reporting 45
    Site Meetings 35   Site Meetings 45
    Preparing/Issuing Site Instructions 30   Preparing/Issuing Site Instructions 35
    Preparing/Issuing Change Notices 30   Preparing/Issuing Change Notices 35
    Obtaining Change Order 30   Obtaining Change Order 30
    Preparation of Certificates for Payment 20   Preparation of Certificates for Payment 20
    Preparation of Deficiency Lists 30   Preparation of Deficiency Lists 30
    Furniture Coordination 20   Furniture Coordination 20
    Close out Procedures 15   Close out Procedures 20
             
    F. Professional Practice 285   F. Professional Practice 305
    Office Procedures & Technologies 100   Office Procedures & Technologies 110
    Resource Library 70   Resource Library 70
    Contact with Trade Representatives 65   Contact with Trade Representatives 70
    Participation in the Preparation of Contractual Agreements 50   Participation in the Preparation of Contractual Agreements 55
             
    Total 3,520   Total 3,720
             
    G. Additional Experience (optional)     G. Additional Experience (optional)  
    Professional Exposure & Liability     Professional Exposure & Liability  
    Accounting & Methods of Compensation     Accounting & Methods of Compensation  
    Professional Activities & Community Service     Professional Activities & Community Service  
    Marketing     Marketing