About the role#
AECOM is seeking a Landscape Architecture Design Intern to join the Landscape Architecture and Urban Design Studio in New York. You will collaborate with project managers, designers, and engineers on a variety of public realm projects, including parks, waterfronts, streetscapes, and coastal resiliency infrastructure. This is a full-time, paid internship scheduled to begin in Spring 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the development of landscape architectural plans, sections, grading, planting, materials, and technical documentation.
- Prepare design presentation materials such as graphics, renderings, diagrams, and physical models.
- Research site conditions, materials, and project precedents to support design development.
- Develop design narratives and communication materials for internal, client, and community presentations.
- Collect and analyze project data to help shape design concepts.
- Support technical coordination and project tasks across multiple disciplines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Landscape Architecture with at least one year of study completed.
- Recent Bachelor’s graduates are eligible if they plan to pursue a Master’s degree in the same or a similar discipline following the internship.
- Strong design sensibility with an ability to develop site and open-space concepts.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Rhino is preferred.
- A portfolio that demonstrates strong two-dimensional and three-dimensional communication skills.
- Knowledge or interest in planting design, site detailing, and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Ability to manage time effectively, work independently, and collaborate within a team.
- Experience with Grasshopper, Revit, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office is a plus.
- Enrollment in The Ohio State University's Knowlton School is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in New York, New York.
- The role follows a hybrid work schedule requiring in-office attendance.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available for this position.
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
About AECOM
AECOM is a professional services firm that provides engineering, design, and construction management. The company serves clients in sectors including water, energy, transportation, and buildings. Based in Dallas, Texas, it operates as a public company with over 60,000 employees. It reported 16.1 billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year.
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