Overview:

Our Los Angeles office is seeking a Summer Intern to join their team in person.

As an intern at HKS, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to our architecture and interior design projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and gain valuable real-world experience.

We would love for you to join our dynamic team at HKS, an internationally renowned architecture and design firm. You will be integrated into a multi-disciplinary team so that you may participate in as much of the process as possible. Our commitment to excellence and creativity in architectural design inspires us to create sustainable, innovative, and compelling solutions for our clients.

If you have graduated from an accredited program with a professional degree at the time of this internship, we encourage you to explore Design Professional postings on our careers page for opportunities in your preferred city.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the project team to modify documents and drawings with mentorship and detailed instructions regarding tasks and expected results
• Performs architectural assignments within given parameters alongside respective project team
• Assists with the preparation of presentations and performing basic analytical tasks for team/client review as needed
• Helps compile data and conducts research for the project team
• Collaborates with team members and may work on multiple projects
• Participates in officewide initiatives and/or intern specific projects with presentations to peer group
• Performs work in a manner that demonstrates an appreciation for the firm’s cultural norms, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and growth
• Becomes skilled in fostering and maintaining a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Fosters awareness of the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ in the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design

Qualifications:

• Currently earning a professional degree from an Architecture program; accredited program preferred
• Entry-level emerging professional on the path to Architectural licensure
• Working knowledge of Revit or other BIM drafting and presentation tools including Rhino3D, SketchUp, Lumion, etc.
• Rhino, Grasshopper, computational design skillset preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines

Please submit your resume and portfolio detailing your interest. This internship requires on-site presence throughout the duration of the program.

HKS is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Base Salary Range: $16 - $25 hourly– Los Angeles only

The estimate displayed represents the general base hourly range of candidates hired in Los Angeles only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

The deadline for summer internship applications is February 28, 11:50pm PST.

If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran