June 27, 2026

Entry Level Architecture Project Associate

American Institute of Architects Minnesota Minneapolis, Minnesota $18–$23 an hour

Architecture Project Associate (Entry Level)
Organization
AEC Resources

Location
Minneapolis

Salary / Compensation
$18-$23 hourly

Description
Brand new opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Architecture Project Associate for a full-time, entry-level role. This is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain professional experience across a variety of commercial design project activities. As an Architecture Project Associate, you will support commercial design projects in various stages, while developing practical experience in collaboration, design meetings, project coordination, estimating, documentation, and scheduling activities. This position offers broad exposure to the commercial design project world and provides an excellent foundation to launch a career.

Entry-Level Opportunity – No Experience Required! This position is specifically designed for recent graduates and individuals beginning their careers in architecture. The only required qualification is an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Architectural Drafting, Interior Design, Construction Technology, or a related field. No prior professional experience is required. We welcome applications from candidates who recently graduated and are looking for their first opportunity in the design profession.

Benefits

Paid, on-the-job training
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Exposure to multiple areas of design
Opportunities to develop technical, design, and project coordination skills
A clear path for professional growth and advancement

Responsibilities

Assist with architectural design and project development documents
Support drafting and modeling efforts using CAD and BIM software
Assist with project coordination among project stakeholders
Help prepare project estimates, quantity takeoffs, and material calculations
Research building materials, products, and code requirements
Participate in client meetings and project team discussions
Assist with scheduling and project closeout activities
Maintain organized project files and documentation
Perform other design, documentation, and project-related tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Architectural Drafting, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Technology, or a closely related field
Interest in design and the built environment
Basic understanding of architectural drawings and construction documents
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a recent graduate who wants to build a career but may not yet know which role interests them most. Successful candidates are curious, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to a wide variety of project activities. If you’re looking for an opportunity to launch your architecture career and gain broad project experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact
763-489-7700
[email protected]

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