Design Studio Summer Intern: Architecture & Urban Design

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in Chicago invites current design students to join its Summer Internship Program. You will work across architecture, urban design, and related disciplines, building skills through in-person and virtual learning and contributing to real design projects.

The program runs June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027, with compensation based on experience, location, and education, typically $25–$27 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current student in accredited bachelor's or master's program in urban design, architecture or related field, returning to school Fall 2027.
• Some experience in urban design or architectural profession or related arts.
• Demonstrated general interest and limited knowledge of urban design, planning, urban history and theory, planning and environmental law, and private/public development.
• Strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Participate in learning opportunities and events.
• Contribute to world class design projects during the internship.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Design skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in urban design/architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe CS

Job description

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in Chicago invites current design students to join its Summer Internship Program. You will work across architecture, urban design, and related disciplines, building skills through in-person and virtual learning and contributing to real design projects.

The program runs June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027, with compensation based on experience, location, and education, typically $25–$27 per hour.