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Career Opportunities: Architectural Intern (11697)

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Denver

Requirements

  • Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited architecture program at the time of the internship.
  • Some experience with Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, V-Ray, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Work on integrated design teams with planning, engineering, and interior design.
  • Participate in design meetings.
  • Use the latest 2D and 3D software to develop conceptual models and renderings.
  • Document changes to architectural drawings, as instructed.
  • Read and review project drawings and plans as well as building codes and local zoning.
  • Receive mentorship from experienced design professionals.
  • Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Architectural Intern.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in the Denver office of SmithGroup.

What type of design firm is SmithGroup?

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data, and technology with innovation to deliver resilient and inclusive spaces.

What will the Architectural Intern be doing?

The Architectural Intern will work on integrated design teams, participate in design meetings, develop conceptual models and renderings, document changes to architectural drawings, review project drawings, and receive mentorship from experienced design professionals.

What software skills are required for the internship?

The ideal candidate should have some experience with Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, V-Ray, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.

What is the minimum educational requirement for applicants?

Applicants must have completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited architecture program by the time of the internship.

How can I apply for the internship?

To apply for the SmithGroup internship, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to your portfolio with your application.

Is a cover letter required for the application?

A cover letter is optional but highly encouraged to help us understand your interests.

What is the hourly pay for this internship?

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is between $21.00 and $23.00 per hour.

Are interns eligible for overtime pay?

Yes, interns are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week.

What is the duration of the summer internship?

The summer internship lasts 12 weeks, typically held between May and August.

Does SmithGroup promote a work/life balance?

Yes, SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for staff and offers hybrid work options.

An award-winning, global, integrated design firm on a mission to Design a Better Future.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1853
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded by architect Sheldon Smith in 1853, our “born on” date might suggest that we’re a traditional design and engineering firm, but we left old-fashioned mindsets behind decades ago. Today, SmithGroup is an award-winning, multi-national organization that employs research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Working across 19 offices in the U.S. and China, our network of 1,300 experts is committed to excellence in strategy, design and delivery—giving rise to new and innovative processes and methodologies that are redefining the way we work. Our integrated practice offers depth in all disciplines serving the built and natural environment, including architecture, engineering (coastal, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing), landscape architecture, urban design and environmental science. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond—develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. Blending artistry, technology, planning, research and strategy, we partner with clients to up-end disruptors redefining their businesses and solve challenges impacting their worlds. Whether tasked to develop a business model, workflow processes, a campus master plan, a building, an energy model, or a strategic plan, our integrated team of experts relentlessly explores and refines until they arrive at a solution that realizes success at every scale of a project. Our ability to blend aesthetics with performance, sustainability, and resiliency to create a better tomorrow—for clients, employees, the community, the environment, and our collective future—has earned recognition from top-ranking institutions, publications and design authorities the world over.

Culture & Values

  • Equity

    We believe in creating a design culture grounded in empathy, dignity, and excellence.

  • Passion

    Our passion for design excellence drives us to solve complex, meaningful problems for clients.

  • Sustanibilty

    We design to create a healthy and prosperous future for clients and communities.

  • Curiosity

    We relentlessly explore, test and learn in order to innovate and solve today's emerging challenges.

  • Community

    We are leaders where we live and work. We share our energy, our time, and our knowledge to advance our clients and professions.

  • Integrity

    Trust is the foundation of all great design solutions. The only way to serve our clients and one another is with bedrock integrity.

Benefits

  • Hybrid Workplace

    We offer flexible scheduling along with in-office, remote and hybrid work plans

  • 15 Fridays Off

    We enjoy 15 extra Fridays off per year – on top of holidays & basic PTO

  • Compensation & Savings

    401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits & more

  • Health And Well-Being

    Parental leave, domestic partner & same-sex benefits, caregiving resources, coverage for medical, dental, vision, Rx, flex spending options

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