Design Staff (Internship)

BRR Architecture; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BRR Architecture is seeking an aspiring architect to assist in all phases of design under direct supervision. You will work within a team, using BIM tools to develop 3D models and contribute to presentations and documentation.

Responsibilities include site analysis, schematic design, code reviews, and coordination with engineers. This entry role emphasizes collaboration, growth, and exposure to multiple project stages in a dynamic office environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited architecture degree program.
• 3 years of architecture coursework or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist project team through all phases of architectural design.
• Develop designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams and massing studies.
• Assist in schematic design, site selection and building analysis.
• Prepare and revise documentation across site plans, floor plans, elevations and details.
• Coordinate building systems to ensure compatibility with design intent.
• Explore materials, building products, and constructability.
• Develop client and peer presentation documents and assist in presentations.
• Assist with building code analysis and systems selections.
• Utilize BIM technologies to develop 3D models of buildings.
• Assist in contract administration tasks.
• Attend project coordination meetings with internal/external teams.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Research skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is for aspiring architects to assist in all phases of architectural design under direct supervision of an architect. This individual will work collaboratively in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists project team through all phases of architectural design
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches electronic models diagrams massing studies and other visual formats
• Assists in schematic design site selection and building analysis scoping
• Works with Architects to prepare and revise documentation in various architectural phases including site plans floor plans building elevations building sections and details
• Works with Architects to coordinate building systems structural mechanical electrical etc to ensure compatibility with the design intent
• Explores materials building products constructability and processes
• Develops client and peer presentation documents and assist in presentations
• Assists with building code analysis and systems selections
• Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three dimensional models of buildings and their components
• Assists in contract administration tasks
• Attends project coordination and meetings with internal team members andor external consultants
• Manages time to meet project deadlines
• Promotes sustainable design
• Attends project and studio meetings
• Continually looks for new and improved ways of completing the above functions
• Learns studio and BRR standards
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Currently enrolled in accredited degree in Architecture
• Experience: 3 years of Architecture school or equivalent

LicensesCertifications

• Licensure not required
• A valid drivers license is required

Knowledge and Skills

• Willingness to understand and communicate complex issues that involve the functional and aesthetic areas of architecture
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought and able to communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively
• Desire to work in a team oriented fast paced environment
• Ability to assist in architectural research document design development peer consultation and program wide implementation efforts
• Detail oriented with a commitment to confidentiality and sensitivity of information
• Excellent communication problem solving and presentation skills
• Desire to collaborate with all levels of teammates
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Computer software knowledge skills in Revit and AutoCAD are preferred
• Desire to research and utilize technology in architectural applications

Work Conditions

• Work performed primarily in an office setting
• Most work performed on a computer while seated
• Travel may be required
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs

Full time Non Exempt

BRR Architecture is an equal opportunity employer drug free workplace and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.