2027 LJC Intern

Clayco; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay range

Internship program

Job summary

Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC) is seeking interns to join our design teams in Chicago, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and St. Louis. You will participate in design processes, from concept to construction documents, and help prepare marketing materials while gaining hands-on experience.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in undergraduate design programs, proficient with drafting tools and MS Office, and possess strong English communication. Internship compensation is hourly.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an undergraduate design program with an accredited-degree track.
• Proficiency with computer-aided drafting tools and MS Office.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Support project design efforts, including concept studies and layout.
• Assist in programming, schematic design, and construction documents.
• Create marketing and presentation materials.
• Engage in internship activities to develop design skills.

Skills

Drafting tools

MS Office

English communication

Design principles

Education

Undergraduate design program

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC) is looking to hire interns to join our teams in Chicago, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and St. Louis.

LJC is a full-service design and architecture firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience and to improving how design and architecture can positively impact every individual’s emotional well-being. LJC achieves its clients’ goals and aspirations by harnessing the power of integrated design, including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning, and engineering.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform various elements of the project design process as directed, including conceptual studies, program requirements, systems selection and layout
• Participate in preparation of programming, schematic design, design development and construction documents as project opportunities allow
• Contribute to preparation of marketing and presentation materials
• Engage experiential and other internship learning opportunities to develop skills necessary to grow and enhance the academic experience when returned to school

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate design program or related field, ideally at a university with an accredited-degree program
• Demonstrated competence with computer-based drafting tools and MS Office
• Strong English-language communication skills (written and oral)
• Presentation of a resume and/or portfolio demonstrating design and technical capabilities

Ideal Skill Set

• Knowledge of design principles and standards
• Experience with Revit, Enscape or Adobe Creative Suite desired
• Advanced presentation and communication skills
• Ability to self-manage workload and multiple deadlines

Compensation

• Intern Hourly Pay Range: $21.00-$25.00 per hour based on expected college graduation month/year.