What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Intern position at SmithGroup?
SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?
The Los Angelesoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aArchitectural Internto join our team.
Working with us, you will:
- 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.
An ideal candidate has:
- 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.
If you are interested in being considered for a SmithGroup internship, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to your portfolio on your application. Cover letters are optional, but highly encouraged to help us understand your interests.
SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, as well as hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $20.65 to $23.00 per hour, at the time of posting. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August. The deadline to apply is March 1st, 2025; however, we encourage you to apply early as the position may be filled prior to the deadline.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.
Salary : $21 - $23
