Landscape Architecture Intern - Summer 2026

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team.

Wight & Company is currently looking for Summer Interns interested working on various project types from early planning stages through construction administration, with a focus on parks and recreation, education and municipal markets to work in our Land Development group in our Darien office.

Wight has one of the most robust Summer Intern programs in the industry! Landscape Architecture Interns have numerous opportunities to network with professionals and interns from all the various departments at Wight. The relationships forged during an internship can last the duration of a career!

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the preparation of drawings on projects from design development through construction administration.


• Participate in design sessions and public visioning outreach meetings.


• Research, evaluate and recommend product manufacturers and construction materials.


• Visit construction sites to review design intent and support team members during the construction phase.


• Work both independently and with a senior team leader.

Requirements:

• Enrolled in a landscape architecture program at an accredited university.


• Must be outgoing, organized and possess strong written and verbal skills.


• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite; knowledgeable in GIS and Revit a plus.


• Developing strong technical skills, including schematic design, hardscape detailing, grading, and construction documentation.


• Experience with ornamental and native plants of the Midwest and an understanding of LEED and SITES is required.


• Strong hand rendering, and digital graphic skills a plus.


• Excited to work in a team environment and collaborate with Architects, Landscape Architects, Civil and MEP Engineers.

Salary Range: $20 - $25. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.

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