Architecture Intern - Summer (FED/IRV) (May 2027)

UEC; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Architecture Intern in Irvine to support design development and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. You will gain hands-on experience and mentorship from licensed architects.

Responsibilities include using Revit for building design, assisting with planning and programming, and contributing to deliverables across design phases. Expect hands-on site exposure and collaboration within the Irvine office.

Qualifications

• Citizen of United States.
• Currently enrolled in an NAAB-accredited architecture program.
• Familiar with Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Suite and InDesign.
• Basic understanding of architectural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Use Revit to support design and development of building types.
• Assist with project planning and programming.
• Help integrate architectural, engineering, and specialty design elements into cohesive client solutions.
• Contribute to design deliverables through conceptual, schematic, and detailed design phases.
• Receive mentorship from licensed architects.
• Visit project sites and connect with clients to understand design and construction processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the Irvine office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture program

Masters NAAB program (preferred)

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Rhino

Lumion

Enscape

InDesign

Job description

Join Jacobs as an Architecture Intern in Irvine to support design development, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and gain hands-on experience.

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Use Revit to support the design and development of various building types.
• Assist with project planning and programming.
• Help integrate architectural, engineering, and specialty design elements into cohesive client solutions.
• Contribute to design deliverables throughout conceptual, schematic, and detailed design phases.
• Receive mentorship from licensed architects.
• Visit project sites and connect with clients to understand the full design and construction process.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within the Irvine office.

About You

The company is looking for:

• United States Citizenship.
• Current enrollment in a degree-seeking Architecture program accredited by NAAB.
• Familiarity with SketchUp, Adobe Suite, InDesign, and Revit.
• Understanding of general architectural concepts.

Ideally, candidates will also have:

• Enrollment in a Masters of Architecture program from an NAAB accredited program.
• Previous architecture internship experience with a design engineering firm, consultancy, or government agency.
• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering software such as Rhino, Lumion, or Enscape.
• Working experience with SketchUp, Adobe Suite, InDesign, and Revit.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range of $55,000.00 to $73,000.00, paid hourly based on hours worked.
• Individual pay determined by work location, skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
• Access to a 401(k) plan.
• Legally mandated health and welfare benefits designed to support health, well-being, security, and future.
• Hybrid working policy allowing a split work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.