Intern - Landscape Architecture

Tacoma, WA
Internship
Landscape Architecture
Student (College)
AHBL is a multidisciplinary firm offering services to public and private clients in landscape architecture, civil and structural engineering, planning, and land surveying. Through innovative planning, design, and engineering, we improve our communities and build collaborative partnerships one project at a time. We seek candidates interested in a 2024 summer landscape architecture internship in our Tacoma office. As an intern, you will gain valuable experience through hands-on learning and exposure to various projects. Internships will begin in May or June at approximately 40 hours per week for approximately 12 - 14 weeks.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Landscape architecture interns will work with experienced landscape architects and designers to bring their classroom knowledge to the real world and assist in design efforts for various projects and clients. Some work areas may include analysis and research, field studies, production of design graphics using CAD or other software, detail design, developing planting palettes and plans, assisting in the design and documentation process, and conducting materials and building systems research.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited Landscape Architecture degree program and will be entering the final year of coursework as a BLA student or have completed two years of coursework as an MLA student.
  • Possess an interest in science-based or evidence-based design.
  • Portfolio that demonstrates strong analytical, conceptual, communication, and organizational skills.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
  • Experience in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Revit. 
  • Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills. 
COMPENSATION 
  • $21-$23 per hour
Actual pay rate will be based on the level of coursework completed, previous experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

BENEFITS
Full-time interns may be eligible for benefits depending on the length of service and agency benefit terms. 
  • Six (6) paid holidays
  • Medical Benefits
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • Washington State sick pay
  • Retirement Savings
EXTRAS
  • Real-world experience
  • Networking opportunities with professionals
  • Potential for full-time employment after graduation

At AHBL, we value actions that are open, honest, and respectful, and we lead with the highest moral integrity, which guides all our actions. Teamwork is essential to the work we do, and we are committed to creating a welcoming, respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. Our team is made up of people with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, and our goal is for our employees to feel empowered to enthusiastically engage with one another and to bring their own unique points of view to the table.

AHBL is fully committed to principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We provide equal opportunity to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, pregnancy, medical condition, marital status, national origin, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or veteran status. We are thoughtful and deliberate about creating a culture of inclusion, and we are seeking individuals who support that mission.

AHBL will provide a reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/or interview process, please contact us.

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