Materials & Design Advisor

Materials & Design Advisor Intern (Client-Facing) – Summer Internship

Fabric Backing & Finishing Co. – Atlanta, GA

About Us

Fabric Backing & Finishing Co. partners with interior designers, showrooms, and manufacturers to prepare high-end fabrics for real-world use. We apply treatments such as backing, stain resistance, moisture protection, and flame retardancy while preserving the look and feel of premium materials. Trusted by the design trade for over 25 years.

About the Role

This is a full-time summer internship designed for candidates interested in the intersection of design, materials, and client advisory.

You will work directly with interior designers to recommend the appropriate treatments for their fabrics and ensure orders are correctly specified before production. This role focuses on judgment, communication, and precision—not production or shop work.

Top performers will have the opportunity to continue part-time during the school year and transition into a full-time, client-facing role after graduation.

What You’ll Do

Advise interior designers on appropriate treatments based on fabric type and end use (upholstery, drapery, wallcovering, etc.)

Recommend solutions such as backing, stain protection, flame retardancy, and moisture barriers

Review incoming orders to ensure specifications are correct (yardage, cuts, application, etc.)

Communicate with clients to clarify needs and prevent errors before production

Work closely with the production team to ensure smooth handoff and execution

What You’ll Learn

How materials behave in real-world applications

How to make confident, client-facing recommendations

How a design-driven business operates behind the scenes

How to bridge creative intent with operational execution

Foundations for a career in client advisory or business development within the design industry

Who This Is For

This role is ideal for someone who:

Is studying Interior Design, Textiles, Fibers, or a related field 

Is highly detail-oriented and precise

Enjoys problem-solving and making recommendations

Is comfortable communicating with clients

Is curious about how materials are actually used and applied

What We’re Looking For

Strong attention to detail (critical)

Clear and professional communication

Ability to learn quickly and apply judgment

Interest in client-facing or business-oriented roles within design

Nice to Have (Not Required)

Exposure to fabrics, textiles, or interior design projects

Experience working with clients or customers

Location & Timing

Location: Alpharetta, GA (North Atlanta)

Full-time (Summer Internship, 8–12 weeks)

Opportunity to continue part-time during the school year for top performers

Future Opportunity

Top performers will be considered for a full-time role with growth into client advisory and business development.

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume

(Optional) Portfolio or examples of work

A brief note on your interest in working with materials in real-world applications