About the role#
Pape-Dawson is hiring a paid Landscape Design Intern for our Orlando office. This full-time summer 2027 position offers the chance to work within a multi-disciplinary firm. You will work alongside engineers and surveyors on various projects including parks, master-planned communities, retail developments, and urban spaces.
What you'll do#
- Assist with design concepts, schematic design, cost estimates, and code analysis.
- Create designs using hand graphics and software like SketchUp, Lumion, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite.
- Refine sketches and develop designs originated by others.
- Learn to interpret construction drawings, digital mapping, and project documentation.
- Manage project communications and information.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Landscape Architecture or a related field.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Foundational experience or interest in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Knowledge of plant materials, construction techniques, and sustainable design is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Pape-Dawson
Pape-Dawson is a civil engineering and professional services firm founded in 1965. Based in San Antonio, Texas, the company employs over 2,000 people across multiple offices in Texas, Florida, and Kansas. The firm provides services including land development, transportation planning, surveying, and environmental science. It operates as a privately held organization.
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