About the role#
SWBR is hiring interns for the summer of 2027. You will work alongside our architects and designers as a team member. You will be assigned to a specific project such as educational facilities, housing complexes, or corporate interiors. This is a full-time, paid position lasting eight weeks between May and September.
What you'll do#
- Perform drafting tasks.
- Complete redlines.
- Assist with office organizational activities.
- Participate in construction and client site visits.
- Engage in software learning experiences.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a major related to Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- A fearlessly creative, enthusiastic, and inquisitive mindset.
Location & details#
- Roles are available in Rochester, Buffalo, and Troy, New York.
- This is a 100% on-site role.
- Pay ranges from $17 to $19 per hour.
- We do not provide travel or housing assistance.
- Portfolios are welcome.
About SWBR
SWBR is a multidisciplinary design firm founded in 1969. Based in Rochester, New York, the company maintains offices in Syracuse, Troy, and Buffalo. It employs 135 people and specializes in architecture, interior design, structural engineering, and landscape architecture. The firm serves clients across housing, workplace, and school sectors.
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