Architectural Design Intern

About the position

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life. We are looking to hire a Design Intern for our 2026 summer program who will perform various tasks within the assigned design department that may entail special project assignments and/or active involvement in project design and documentation. Compensation for this position is \$22.00 - \$27.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Responsibilities

Performing various aspects of discipline design as directed by a senior or lead Architect including conceptual studies, program requirements, design analyses, calculations, systems selection and layout for building designPreparation of programming documents, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents as directedPreparation of marketing and presentation materials as directedPerforming various services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings as directedComplying with quality control policies and proceduresLearn and implement department and company standardsDevelop analysis and design skillsParticipating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team membersWorking with, responding to, and taking direction from Project Managers, Design Managers, Senior Architects, or ArchitectsWorking with a team of architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architectsRequirements

Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a NAAB accredited program as detailed below: Students who have completed at least three years in an accredited 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B Arch) program. Students who have completed at least one year in an accredited Master of Architecture (M Arch) program.Candidates participating in the Integrated Path to Architectural License (IPAL) program or in a University’s Architectural scholarship program may be given additional consideration.Should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, and information management.Ability to arrange housing for the period of employmentAbility to prepare effective and concise documentsPossess technical precision and creative design skillsAbility to make presentations to a variety of groupsDisplay abilities to work well with others in a team environmentNice-to-haves

Should have working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable.One previous architectural internship or have relevant work experience is preferredBenefits

flexible hybrid working schedule