Intern - Landscape Architecture

ABOUT WATG

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, home to more than 500 professionals globally, located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.  

WATG is hiring an Intern in Landscape Architecture for our Tustin and Los Angeles offices.

ROLE

The Landscape Architecture Intern performs basic landscape architectural assignments to obtain professional experience. The Landscape Intern provides essential design and technical support to members of the team and assists with the preparation and updating of project deliverables. The Landscape Intern will research, develop concept design, prepare documentation, drawings and sketches, and complete general administrative tasks for the Studio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works on landscape architecture projects as a fully collaborative member of a design team, participating in design charrettes to help define strategic goals for our clients, large or small


• Receives hands-on learning and collaborates with landscape designers and architects, directors, and managers to plan, design, develop, and gain real-world experience working with clients and consultants


• Produces graphic presentations, 2D and 3D renderings, and technical drawings


• Builds physical study models and presentation models


• Assists the design team with research


• Utilizes hand-rendering techniques to communicate design concepts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Landscape Architecture or related field


• Completed third year of an undergraduate program or first year of a graduate program and are returning to the program post-internship


• Experience in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam


• Freehand illustration and rendering skills, digital graphic skills, and visualization desired

*Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

JOB INFORMATION

• Salary range: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour


• Job type: Full-time

WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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