What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Intern position at Basco Associates PC?
ARCHITECTURAL INTERN
SBU: Architecture
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Who we are: At Buchart Horn Architects, you’ll be part of a positive, friendly, and flexible work environment. Join a team making a meaningful impact in your community through local and regional projects. We offer a diverse range of projects that provide opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, empowering you to do your best work. Our people truly make the difference.
What you will be doing: The Architectural Intern will assist with routine, entry-level architectural tasks under the direct supervision of an architect, focusing on developing advanced architectural skills. You’ll gain hands-on experience in all phases of a project’s life cycle, from design to construction.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a structured training plan that highlights the project life cycle and scope of work within your field.
- Engage in meetings, job shadowing across various areas of the organization, field training, and site visits.
- Learn from mentors while applying your technical knowledge to enhance your understanding of engineering principles and best practices.
- Experience and contribute to key project stages, including:
- Practice Management
- Sales and Business Development
- Proposal Process
- Contract Negotiation and Pre-Design
- Schematic Design
- Design Development
- Construction Documentation
- Procurement
- Project Management
- Construction Administration
Experience, Technical Skills, and Attributes:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (third-year or above).
- Strong initiative and a positive attitude.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt.
- Excellent verbal and written professional communication skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong time management, research, and analysis skills.
- Receptiveness to feedback and learning opportunities.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. Candidates must be willing to comply with pre-employment testing and background check.
Buchart Horn values its employees by offering ongoing professional development, comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary, paid holidays, PTO, health and life insurance and more. Buchart Horn is a full-service engineering and architectural firm providing high quality engineering and design services in three services areas: Architecture, Transportation, and Water Resources. Founded in 1945, Buchart Horn employs nearly 200 professional and support personnel serving public and private clients from offices based in six state and Germany.