Architecture Intern - Aviation & Federal (Chesapeake, Roanoke)

About the role

Our Architecture Interns work collaboratively with project teams of architects, designers, and engineers to create world‑class design on a variety of projects including corporate, healthcare, research, institutional, mission‑critical, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, airport, government, and military.

Responsibilities

• Design, construction documentation, and specification development.
• Client presentations, programming, shop drawing review, and construction administration.
• Assist in developing solutions to technical problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or a related field from a recognized, accredited program (NAAB accreditation strongly preferred).
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a post‑secondary education or technical certificate program related to the department’s work.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (strongly preferred).
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience (preferred).
• Active involvement in campus, community, or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self‑motivated, eager learner with aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without future sponsorship.

Benefits

• Participation in 401(k) retirement program (subject to plan eligibility requirements).
• Sick leave accrued based on actual hours worked.
• Additional details available on the Benefits & Wellness page.

Location

Primary Location: Norfolk, VA, USA
Other Locations: Roanoke, VA, USA

Schedule

Full‑time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the time.