Career Opportunities: Architectural Intern (12263)

Architectural Intern

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The San Diego office of SmithGroup is looking for an Architectural Intern to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

1. Work on integrated design teams with planning, engineering, and interior design.
2. Participate in design meetings.
3. Use the latest 2D and 3D software to develop conceptual models and renderings.
4. Document changes to architectural drawings, as instructed.
5. Read and review project drawings and plans as well as building codes and local zoning.
6. Receive mentorship from experienced design professionals.
7. Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

An ideal candidate has:

• Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited architecture program at the time of the internship.
• Some experience with Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, V-Ray, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite.

If you are interested in being considered for a SmithGroup internship, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to your portfolio on your application. Cover letters are optional, but highly encouraged to help us understand your interests.

SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, as well as hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $21.15 to $23.00 per hour, at the time of posting. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August. The deadline to apply is March 1st 2026; however, we encourage you to apply early as the position may be filled prior to the deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.