Architectural Internship - 2026

Browning Day; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid holidays

401k retirement plan contribution

Flexible schedule after 6 months

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Indianapolis is seeking an Architectural Intern passionate about sustainable solutions. Key responsibilities include supporting project teams, creating documentation, and developing designs. Ideal candidates will be enrolled in an undergraduate program with significant coursework completed and have experience in Revit. This internship offers competitive compensation, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for growth within a creative team environment.

Qualifications

• Creative talent in the communication of complex and diverse conceptual ideas.
• Passion for the work required.
• Ability to solve problems and interpret multiple stakeholders' input.
• Excellent communication skills in verbal and written formats.
• Must have completed a Revit course prior to the internship.

Responsibilities

• Support architectural staff and project teams in all stages of the project.
• Incorporate sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• Perform construction documentation and general detailing.
• Render designs and perform field measurements.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Creative talent in communication

Problem-solving ability

Time management skills

Teamwork aptitude

Verbal communication

Education

Enrolled as a junior or higher in an undergraduate program

Revit course completed

Strong communication & teamwork

Time management in fast-paced environments

Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Proficient with MS Office

Ability to interpret multiple stakeholders' input

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Sketchup

Revit

AutoCAD

3D rendering software (Lumion)

Designer

Publisher

Job description

At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, faith-based, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and the workplace. Our success is based on the client's vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems. We are seeking an Architectural Intern who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

We believe all team members, no matter their experience level, can make a lasting impact on our clients and their projects, and our firm.

This posting will close on March 6, 2026.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Incorporates and considers sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• Provide support to architectural staff
• Support project teams in all stages of the project
• Responsibilities vary based on experience, interests, and business needs, but included:
  • Renderings
  • Field measurements
  • Construction documents
  • Finish schedules
  • Design documents
  • General detailing
• Other tasks as assigned

Browning Day provides reasonable accommodation to individuals in accord with federal, state, and local law

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possesses creative talent in the communication of complex and diverse conceptual ideas.
• An unquenchable passion for the work required.
• Foster mutual trust and confidence by developing solid relationships (internal and external).
• Ability to solve problems, specifically interpret multiple stakeholders' input.
• Time management skills, including balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and managing time without deadline-driven projects.
• Aptitude to work in a team environment as an individual contributor.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and provide high-quality work.
• Excellent communicator: verbal, written, presenting, training, and public speaking. Prefer a proficient level of experience in the following:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Sketchup, Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D rendering software (Lumion)
  • Knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
• Physical Requirements:
  • Walking construction sites while talking to clients, staff, or construction managers and carrying up to 15 lbs. (Our projects range from small, single-story 2,500 square-foot buildings to 20+ multi-story 200,000+ square feet high-rise towers).
  • Inspecting the details of the construction site by taking photos while bending, reaching, and walking up and down stairs.
  • Sitting and doing desk-related tasks for long periods. Floor plan dimensioning.
• Enrolled as a junior or higher in an undergraduate program, having successfully completed at least two years of coursework toward a bachelor's degree.
• Must have successfully completed a Revit course prior to beginning the internships
• Applicants must include electronic work samples and a resume to be considered.
• Satisfactory completion of a background screening.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Internship with competitive compensation and paid holidays (including a bonus holiday).
• Flexible schedule with ability to work one day per week hybrid after 6 months with good performance.
• A 3% contribution to a 401k retirement plan with no vesting period
• Chance to be a part of a creative and supportive team

Browning Day believes that diversity drives innovation and collaboration. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.