Intern - Architecture/Landscape Architecture

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Wage: $15.00/hour                 Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

Shift/Workdays and Hours: 32–40 hours per week through August 2025. This position is intended for a specific project, which is expected to conclude in August, but could extend into the fall semester with a workload of 12-16 hours per week. 

Required: Please submit at least two samples of perspectives and/or aerial layouts. 

How to apply: Using the “apply now” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of  three professional references with full contact information. For general  questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or  [email protected].

Summary/Objective 

The purpose of the intern position is to gain experience and develop skills in areas such as urban design, architectural design, and digital illustration/modeling in the context of urban planning and provide a student with work experience outside of the classroom. 

Essential Functions

• Conducts architectural and site design work using 2D/3D modeling software, which may be augmented with hand drawing, photo editing software, etc.
• Creates site specific and large-scale 3D models which can be animated for 3D video flythroughs.
• Illustrates using a variety of methods, including digital and hand sketches, conceptualizations and ideas as they relate to area plans or site-specific communications.
• Performs research and analysis related to best practice and architectural innovation based on goals of a specified project.
• Visits sites and areas of interest to study and record existing conditions.
• Researches, collects, compiles, records and summarizes technical data; assist higher level planning staff assemble      documentation for projects and presentations. 
• Presents work and communicate ideas in a well-organized, comprehensive, and professional manner across a multitude of media.
• Attends city and public meetings.
• Provides general assistance with planning efforts as assigned.
• Participates in a variety of special projects as assigned. 

Other Duties

• Understands and applies the principles and  practices of municipal and regional planning and government.
• Works cooperatively with other City employees, other government and private entities, and the general public.
• Completes assignments and exhibits a desire to continually improve upon new and learned skills. 
• Participates in community engagement sessions to communicate concepts and ideas, as well as listen and report back on feedback gathered at meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Enrollment in a university curriculum for architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field.
• Applicants must submit at least two samples of perspectives and/or aerial layouts that demonstrate their ability to produce original high-quality designs that are related to the work this role will be performing. 

Preferred Education and Experience

• Familiarity with GIS.
• Demonstrated experience with 3D modeling software such as TwinMotion or similar.