About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in our San Francisco studio. You will work on-site with our team to contribute to design projects. The program runs from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to design projects.
- Learn from experts across various design disciplines.
- Build your design and visualization skills.
- Participate in both in-person and virtual learning events.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program in architecture or urban planning.
- You must be returning to school in Fall 2027.
- Experience in urban design, architecture, or associated arts.
- Interest in urban design, planning, urban history, environmental law, and development.
- Strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly.
- A 10-20 page portfolio (maximum 5 MB) is required for your application to be reviewed.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $25 to $27 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Application deadline: January 18, 2027.
About Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill is an architecture and planning firm founded in 1936. The company operates as a partnership and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its work spans architecture, interior design, engineering, and urban planning. The firm maintains its headquarters in New York, New York.
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