Architecture Co-op (Spring 2027)

SHP Leading Design; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking covered

Job summary

SHP Leading Design in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an architecture co‑op to gain hands-on experience in design development, documentation, and client presentations.

You are an Architecture student (Junior, Senior, or Graduate) with Revit and Adobe Creative Suite skills; SketchUp, Rhino, or Enscape is a plus. This onsite role includes parking coverage and a collaborative, mentorship‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an architecture degree (junior, senior, or graduate).
• Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite required.
• Bonus knowledge of SketchUp, Rhino, or Enscape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist design development, documentation, and presentations with project teams.
• Develop technical skills in BIM and visualization tools.
• Engage in client interactions and internal reviews to understand project requirements.
• Contribute to sustainability and research efforts shaping our work.

Job description

About SHP

At SHP, design is about more than buildings-it's about people. We create places where students learn, communities gather, and organizations thrive. Our work is collaborative by nature, bringing together architects, interior designers, and engineers who care deeply about both design excellence and the human experience. As a co-op, you'll be part of that team. You'll gain hands-on project experience, learn from mentors who are invested in your growth, and build connections with peers across disciplines. Most importantly, you'll see how your ideas and contributions make a real impact on the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

• Work with architects and project teams on design development, documentation, and presentations.
• Develop technical skills in Revit and visualization tools while growing your design voice.
• Sit in on client interactions and internal reviews to understand the business of architecture.
• Explore sustainability, planning, and research efforts that shape our work.

Who You Are

• Junior, Senior, or Graduate student in Architecture.
• Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite; bonus if you know SketchUp, Rhino, or Enscape.
• Strong design eye, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

How We Work (Our Values)

• Be Curious – Dive into problems and seek innovative solutions.
• Be Bold – Contribute ideas and challenge yourself.
• Be Selfless – Collaborate openly with teammates and clients.
• Be Grateful – Value mentorship and shared learning.
• Be Accountable – Deliver reliable, thoughtful work.

Our co-ops don't just learn architecture-they also connect with Interior Design and Engineering peers in the program. Have a friend in those majors? Invite them to apply too.

Location & Onsite Expectations

This role is based in our Cincinnati, Ohio office location and is ideal for candidates who thrive in a highly collaborative, in person environment. Being onsite allows for deeper day to day engagement with peers and project teams, faster decision making, and organic moments of creativity and mentorship that emerge through shared space.

Compensation & Benefits

Your growth matters here - our pay reflects both your contributions and your potential. Our co-op positions start at $20/hour, with the opportunity to increase by $1/hour for each additional term you return (up to a maximum of $22/hour). Graduate students begin at $22/hour. SHP also covers your parking expenses, so you can focus fully on gaining meaningful experience without worrying about the cost of getting here.

At SHP, our compensation philosophy reflects our values - we believe in recognizing growth, rewarding contribution, and aligning pay with the market. For our co‑ops, that means your time here is not only meaningful for your development, but also valued in a way that reflects the impact you have on our work and the potential we see in you.

SHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.