Architectural Pro Dev Career Fair for NOMA/HBCU Students

HDR, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Arlington, VA invites currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students to join our employee‑owned team for a hands‑on internship.

You will contribute to real projects and be mentored by architects, project managers, and leaders who value your fresh ideas. You’ll assist with design development drawings, presentations, and models, collaborate with production staff on technical details, and gain exposure to BIM software and 3D visualization.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and basic Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-world experience on projects under supervision.
• Mentor and engage with recent graduates and leaders through programs.
• Assist in architectural design process and create presentation graphics for concepts.
• Follow design development drawings and collaborate on technical details for construction drawings.
• Collaborate with production staff for technical details and completion of drawings.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Employee-owned culture

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

BIM software

3D visualization

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Design Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Offer real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals' programs
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of an Architect, Project Manager, or other professionals
• Participate in the architectural design process and develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics used to communicate concepts to client or for agency approval
• Follow through on design development drawings and models, collaborate with production staff for technical details and completion of construction drawings

• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Attention to detail
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an architecture program.
• 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Experience with 3D visualization and physical modeling technologies preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software required.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Design Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Offer real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals' programs
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of an Architect, Project Manager, or other professionals
• Participate in the architectural design process and develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics used to communicate concepts to client or for agency approval
• Follow through on design development drawings and models, collaborate with production staff for technical details and completion of construction drawings

• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Attention to detail
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an architecture program.
• 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Experience with 3D visualization and physical modeling technologies preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software required.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Arlington

Industry:Architecture

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

Job Posting:Jan 26, 2026