Design Staff (Internship)

About the role

This position is for aspiring architects to assist in all phases of architectural design under the direct supervision of an architect. The individual will work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists project team through all phases of architectural design.
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
• Assists in schematic design, site selection, and building analysis (scoping).
• Works with Architects to prepare and revise documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.
• Works with Architects to coordinate building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
• Explores materials, building products, constructability, and processes.
• Develops client and peer presentation documents and assists in presentations.
• Assists with building code analysis and systems selections.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in the development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
• Assists in contract administration tasks.
• Attends project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Manages time to meet project deadlines.
• Promotes sustainable design.
• Attends project and studio meetings.
• Continually looks for new and improved ways of completing the above functions.
• Learns studio and BRR standards.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited degree in Architecture.
• 3 years of Architecture school or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Skills

• Willingness to understand and communicate complex issues that involve the functional and aesthetic areas of architecture.
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought and communicate concepts and ideas effectively.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to assist in architectural research, document/design development, peer consultation, and program-wide implementation efforts.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to confidentiality and sensitivity of information.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Desire to collaborate with all levels of teammates.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Computer software knowledge, skills in Revit and AutoCAD are preferred.
• Desire to research and utilize technology in architectural applications.

Working Conditions

• Work performed primarily in an office setting.
• Most work performed on a computer while seated.
• Travel may be required.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Full-time Non-Exempt position.