Architecture Internship - Summer 2027

SSOE; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

SSOE Architecture Internship - Summer 2027 is an onsite, Troy, Michigan role inviting students in NAAB-accredited programs to engage in architectural design under supervision. The program emphasizes hands-on collaboration, access to design studios, and the chance to contribute to real-world projects for major clients.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a NAAB-accredited degree, have Revit experience, and are eager to learn and grow within a creative studio environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in NAAB-accredited architecture program.
• Strong Revit experience and familiarity with rendering tools.
• Eager to learn and contribute to design explorations.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine project design assignments under supervision.
• Works from own and others’ designs, prepares data and cost estimates.
• Drafts and interprets designs into working drawings and details.
• Develops project details and selects design elements.
• Maintains knowledge of codes and performs non-routine code studies.
• Produces construction documents under guidance.

Skills

Design concepts

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture program

Tools

Revit

Enscape

V-ray

SketchUp

3ds Max

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Architecture Internship - Summer 2027

Job Location: US-MI-Troy

Overview

SSOE is looking to hire an Architectural Design Intern who is enthusiastic about design and ready to join our creative studio environment with the opportunity to participate in the design of state-of-the-art buildings for the world's leading companies. This is an onsite role requiring daily attendance at our Troy, MI office. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role.

As an internationally ranked architecture and engineering firm, SSOE delivers unparalleled client value that advances the AEC industry. Over its 75-year history, it has earned a reputation for providing quality project solutions to high-tech and general manufacturing clients in the semiconductor, automotive, battery, chemical, and glass industries. SSOE also provides forward-thinking design across sectors such as corporate workplace, education, and judicial-with projects in 40 countries.

Student Co-op / Internship Program

At SSOE, we're committed to fostering the next wave of talent through our year-round Student Co-op / Internship Program. In collaboration with esteemed ABET-accredited universities in close proximity to our offices, we've created a thriving ecosystem where education meets opportunity. We offer scholarships, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive support for licensure and certification, and a community of nearly 40 co-ops and interns at any given time. Our program is more than a steppingstone; it's a launchpad for careers, with many interns transitioning to full-time roles within SSOE.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine project design assignments, with growing responsibility, guided by a project engineer/architect or department manager.
• Works from both own designs and designs of others, compiles data, performs design computations, makes quantity take-offs, and assists in preparation of cost estimates.
• Drafts interpretation of own design into completed working drawings and applies design fundamentals.
• Develops project details, prepares selections, and adapts to alternatives.
• Maintains working knowledge of the discipline's codes and studies non-routine code issues.
• Performs production of construction documents.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's in a NAAB-accredited architecture program
• Revit experience required
• 3D rendering skills (Enscape, V-ray, SketchUp, 3D Max, etc.)
• Proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Eager to learn and passionate about design
• Demonstrated leadership in school or community
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic skills
• Resourceful, self-motivated, collaborative team player
• Salary Range: $20-$23 per hour