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SmithGroup

29d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Education & Teaching
  • Boston
  • 6d left

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, interest in Architecture/Engineering, strong communication and teamwork skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for this in-person role.
  • You will greet guests, manage phone coverage, provide administrative support, coordinate meetings, maintain office organization, assist with mail, and perform related tasks as needed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Knowledge and interest in Architecture and Engineering design, and the built environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to represent SmithGroup to clients and visitors.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and a great customer service attitude.
  • The ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment, as well as work independently.
  • Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required.
  • This is a fully in person position at our office in the Seaport neighborhood of Boston.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Be a first point of contact for visiting guests, vendors, and staff.
  • Assure continual coverage of phones during normal business hours.
  • Provide administrative support including editing and formatting documents.
  • Assist with coordination and setup of meetings and conferences, ordering food for meetings, and cleaning up conference rooms/kitchen.
  • Assist with distribution of mail.
  • Maintain the reception guide, access lists, and conference room schedule.
  • Keep front office area clean and organized.
  • Assist with cataloging and organization of materials library, supply and file storage.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the leadership team.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Office Intern.

Where is the SmithGroup office located for this internship?

The internship is located at the SmithGroup office in the Seaport neighborhood of Boston.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position is fully in-person during normal business hours.

What is the hourly pay range for this internship?

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is between $15.00 to $19.00 per hour.

When does the application for this internship close?

The application for this role will close to submissions on April 25, 2025.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with knowledge and interest in architecture and engineering design.

What kind of skills are needed for the Office Intern position?

Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

How long is the internship program?

The summer internship program is 12 weeks long, typically held between May and August.

Is this internship suitable for someone without previous experience in the field?

Yes, the position is suitable for someone with a strong interest in architecture and engineering design, regardless of prior experience.

Can interns receive overtime pay?

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

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SmithGroup

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