July 5, 2026

Architectural Associate - Entry-Level

Farnsworth Group Springfield, Missouri $56,000–$64,000 a year

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Architectural Associate – Entry-Level in the posting location below. In this role you will assist Project Managers by completing project design solutions for a wide variety of public and private sector projects. The position provides drawing support using a variety of graphics software and media, learning to prepare construction documents, beginning to learn client relations, and performing routine design tasks and project administrative tasks like writing reports. As an Architectural Associate, you will receive a well-rounded AXP experience for NCARB. Posting Location for this role: Springfield, IL What You'll Do:Visit project sites to review and document existing conditionsPrepare early schematic presentation design model, illustrations and renderingsAssist in preparing detailed drawings for construction representations of architecture designsCollaborate with our BIM/CAD Management GroupWhat You'll Need:Master’s Degree in Architecture, preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, required; degree must be from a NAAB accredited university0-2 years of professional experienceExperience with SketchUp, Photoshop, and Rhino preferredProficient use of Revit required as well as computer graphic and 3D modeling experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills Who We AreJoin Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward. A Great Place to Work CertifiedFor ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Featured benefits and perks include:401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance PlansFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsShort & Long-Term DisabilityMaternity and Paternity LeaveProfessional Development and TrainingMentoring ProgramPaid Time OffWellness/Fitness ReimbursementsPet Insurance PlanHybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Salary Range: $56,000 - $64,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity) Statement on Diversity and InclusionFarnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below. #LI-Onsite

Skills:
3D Graphics, 3D Modeling, Administrative Skills, Adobe Photoshop, Architectural Design, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Services, Benchmarking, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Construction Document Set, Construction Drawings, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Fitness, Graphics Software, Illustrating Ability, Insurance, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Design, Reporting Skills, Rhino, Schematics, SketchUp, Surveying, Top Sales Rep, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

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