Architecture Intern - Summer 2027

AtkinsRéalis Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship from professionals

Tuition reimbursement program

Benefits package including medical and

Career exploration opportunities

Job summary

At AtkinsRéalis, an Architectural Intern in our Alexandria, VA office, joins a team supporting all project phases from schematic design to construction administration. You will help develop graphics for presentations and assist with CAD to construction document updates, site visits, and research to inform design decisions.

The role emphasizes entry-level to student-level participation, with opportunities for mentorship and a robust benefits package as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• No experience is generally required if accepted into an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of projects, from schematic design through construction administration.
• Assist with the development of graphics for presentations and reports.
• Provide AutoCAD and Revit support by incorporating redline markups into construction documents.
• Conduct occasional site visits to assess existing facilities and support new project development.
• Perform project-related research to support design decisions and finish material selections.
• Assist with construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, project filing, and document organization.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Education

Architecture degree coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Architectural Intern to join our Alexandria, VA office.

Your Role

• Support all phases of projects, from schematic design through construction administration.
• Assist with the development of graphics for presentations and reports.
• Provide AutoCAD and Revit support by incorporating redline markups into construction documents.
• Conduct occasional site visits to assess existing facilities and support new project development.
• Perform project-related research to support design decisions and finish material selections.
• Assist with construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, project filing, and document organization.

About You

• EXPERIENCE: No experience is generally required if accepted into an accredited Bachelor'S or Master's degree program in a related technical field.
• EDUCATION: Must have completed 20 hours towards an architecture degree from an accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2027).
• SPECIAL SKILLS Basic computer skills required to enter data into spreadsheets or databases, REVIT Modeling , clash detection and Rhino experience highly desirable.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Hands‑on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in‑person activities

As An Entry-level Full-Time Employee, You Will Enjoy a Robust Rewards Package Including Enrollment Into Emerge, Our New Graduate Experience, Providing

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short‑and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $19 - $25 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug‑Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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