Daniela Diaz
Norwalk
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Brings a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Passionate about learning new skills, and receptive to feedback. Ambitious individual who brings a multicultural perspective to work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
at The New School, Design and Construction
Manhattan
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Updated floor plans and layouts to enhance spatial efficiency.
- Assisted in developing furniture layouts for projects, optimizing functionality and aesthetics.
- Researched wayfinding to support signage updates across campus, improving navigational clarity.
Intern
Sygrove Associates Interior Design Company
Manhattan
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Traced plans in AutoCAD and assisted with project documentation, including drawings and specifications.
- Collaborated with senior designers to develop design concepts and prepare presentations and proposals.
- Researched and assisted in selecting materials, finishes, and color schemes.
- Communicated with vendors and managed sample orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architectural Design
Parsons School of Design / The New School
Manhattan, New York05-2026
Skills
- Skilled in rhino
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Fologram
- Polycam
- Project documentation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Fast learner
- Fluent in Spanish and English
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
As a Parsons Pre-College Scholar (2019–2021), I developed skills in interior design and architecture through intensive courses and portfolio projects, including a clay piece on school shootings for the “Illustrate a Just Society” theme. Since 2018, I have served as Treasurer of the Student Government at International High School at Prospect Heights, organizing fundraisers, translating during parent–teacher conferences, and representing students in leadership meetings.
Timeline
Intern
at The New School, Design and Construction
04.2025 - 02.2026
Intern
Sygrove Associates Interior Design Company
04.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Architectural Design
Parsons School of Design / The New School