What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Architecture position at WATG?
ABOUT WATG
WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, 77 years young and home to nearly 400 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in California, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.
Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to the finishing touches, we operate as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice globally. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming entertainment, urban mixed-use, and high-end residential design.
Independent to this day, we passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience for all businesses. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945 and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.
WATG is hiring a Student Intern in Architecture for our Honolulu office.
ROLE
The Student Intern in Architecture position performs basic architectural assignments to obtain professional experience. The Student Intern provides essential design and technical support to members of the team and assists with the preparation and updating of project deliverables. The Student Intern will research, develop concept design, prepare documentation, drawings and sketches, and complete general administrative tasks for the Studio.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works on architecture projects as a fully collaborative member of a design team, participating in design charrettes to help define strategic goals for our clients, large or small
- Receives hands-on learning and collaborates with designers, architects, directors, and managers to plan, design, develop, and gain real-world experience working with clients and consultants
- Produces graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and technical drawings
- Builds physical study models and presentation models
- Assists the design team with research
- Utilizes hand-rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Architecture
- Completed third year of an undergraduate program or first year of a graduate program and are returning to the program post-internship
- Experience using Revit or Rhino required; AutoCAD, and/or BIM modeling software preferred
- 3-D computer rendering skills (Sketch Up, 3-D Max, and/or other modeling software)
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam
- Hand sketching and physical modeling ability a plus
*Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.
JOB INFORMATION
- Job type: Full-time
WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer
