Architecture & Design Intern

About the role

Bercy Fadel is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Architecture & Design Intern to support our architecture team across active residential, multifamily, and commercial projects. This internship will provide hands-on exposure to the architectural design and project delivery process, from early concept and design development through construction documentation and construction administration. The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a degree in architecture or a related field and is eager to gain practical experience working directly with architects, designers, consultants, and the development team.

Schedule: Part-time, with flexibility based on school schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with architectural design, documentation, and production for active residential, multifamily, and commercial projects.
• Support the development of conceptual designs, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and presentation materials.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of drawing sets throughout schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Produce and update drawings and project models using Revit and other design software.
• Assist with researching building materials, finishes, products, and design solutions.
• Support site planning, space planning, unit planning, and design studies across a variety of project types.
• Assist with consultant coordination, including architectural, structural, civil, MEP, landscape, and other project disciplines.
• Help track project schedules, outstanding items, consultant deliverables, and design revisions.
• Assist with permitting, code research, zoning research, and project documentation as needed.
• Participate in internal design reviews, project meetings, and consultant coordination meetings.
• Assist with construction administration, including reviewing project documentation, site observations, submittals, RFIs, and punch-list items as appropriate.
• Help prepare renderings, diagrams, presentations, and other visual materials for clients, consultants, and internal project discussions.
• Organize project files, drawings, specifications, product information, and design documentation.
• Provide general design, research, and project support throughout the architectural process.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field.
• Strong interest in residential, multifamily, and commercial architecture and design.
• Working knowledge of architectural drawing and design principles.
• Experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, D5 Render or similar architectural design and visualization software is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of construction documents, building systems, materials, and detailing.
• Strong graphic, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with architects, designers, consultants, and other team members.
• Previous architecture, design, construction, or related internship experience is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Experience or coursework involving any of the following is beneficial:
  • Revit and BIM modeling
  • Architectural drafting and construction documents