About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Austin, Texas. You will work on-site to gain experience in sustainable engineering while learning from experts across various design disciplines. The program runs from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to design projects.
- Build your technical design and visualization skills.
- Participate in company learning opportunities and events.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program for architecture, engineering, environmental building design, or a related field.
- You must be returning to school in the Fall of 2027.
- A portfolio submission is required for your application to be reviewed.
- Strong design capabilities.
- Some experience in sustainable design practice.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and visualization software.
- Experience with energy modeling, human comfort studies, daylighting analysis, glare studies, or water calculations.
- Experience with sustainability certification tools such as E-Plus, DOE-2 (eQuest), or IES Virtual Environment.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 - August 13).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30 to $32 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and education.
- 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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