Architect Intern

Facade Today; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

PTO

Company holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K with matching

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Turner Companies is seeking an Intern Architect to join our Design Team in Knoxville, TN. This full-time, in-office role targets emerging architectural professionals pursuing licensure and focusing on residential design.

The position involves coordinating plan revisions, maintaining home plan libraries, and supporting new home design development. Collaboration with architects, engineers, and the construction team is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required; pursuing licensure encouraged.
• 0-3 years of professional experience; internships welcomed and valued.

Responsibilities

• Implement redlines and revisions to existing single-family home plans based on code updates, engineering coordination, construction feedback, value engineering, and product changes.
• Maintain and organize the master library of home plans, construction details, and design options to ensure accuracy and version control.
• Update plans for elevations, structural options, plan variations, jurisdictional requirements, and site conditions.
• Assist in developing new home plans: preliminary floor plans, standardization, and permitting documentation.
• Support Construction Team by addressing design questions and incorporating field revisions.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and internal teams to maintain accurate construction documents.
• Participate in field visits to understand construction methods and improve plan quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Residential construction knowledge

Licensure pursuit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner Companies is seeking an Intern Architect to join our Design Team in a permanent, full-time position. This role is ideal for an emerging architectural professional pursuing licensure who is looking to build a long-term career in residential design. The Intern Architect is responsible for coordinating plan revisions, implementing redlines, maintaining the company's library of home plans, and supporting the development of new home designs.

As part of a fully integrated design team within a home building company, this position provides hands‑on experience throughout the residential construction process. The Intern Architect will work closely with the architect, build team, and design team while gaining practical experience that may qualify toward Architectural Experience Program (AXP) requirements.

LOCATION

Knoxville, TN

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time (30-40 hours per week), In-Office, Non-Exempt

SUPERVISOR

Design Director / Architect

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement redlines and revisions to existing single-family home plans based on: Building code updates, Engineering coordination, Construction feedback, Value engineering initiatives and product changes
• Maintain and organize the company's master library of home plans, construction details, and design options to ensure accuracy, consistency, and version control.
• Update plans for: Multiple elevations, structural options and plan variations, Jurisdictional requirements, and site-specific conditions
• Assist in the development of new home plans, including: Preliminary floor plan layouts, Plan standardization, Construction and permitting documentation
• Support the Construction Team by responding to design-related questions and incorporating field-driven revisions.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and internal departments to maintain accurate construction documents.
• Participate in field visits and jobsite observations to better understand construction methods and improve plan quality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required.
• Zero to three (0-3) years of professional experience; internships and residential design experience are encouraged.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD required; working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn company software.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete repetitive revisions with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of single-family residential construction, building codes, and permitting processes.
• Experience with production or semi-custom residential home plans is preferred.
• Understanding of plan standardization, structural options, elevations, and finish variations is preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across design and construction teams.
• Desire to pursue architectural licensure and continue professional development.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans Available
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Short-term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401K + Company Matching
• Mileage reimbursement

COMPENSATION

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt FLSA Classification
• Paid bi-weekly
• Pay dependent on experience

Turner Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Turner Companies prohibits discrimination and harassment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. We prohibit retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment, participates in an investigation, or exercises their rights under applicable law.

Turner Companies provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and sincerely held religious beliefs unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Turner Companies participates in E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility verification requirements.