Intern/Co-op – Landscape Architecture & Planning (Summer 2027)

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Langan is seeking an Intern/Co-op – Landscape Architecture + Planning to join its collaborative team in Houston, TX. This role provides planning, design and permitting assistance across diverse projects, offering cross-functional collaboration and hands-on industry exposure.

You will gain experience in urban revitalization, streetscape, retail, education, healthcare, and smart growth planning, while developing skills in design software and project coordination with senior staff.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's in Landscape Architecture.
• Prior internship experience preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Highly creative with proficiency in Adobe Suite, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Rhino, and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to travel to other regional Langan offices occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Landscape Architecture team with planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture and related projects.
• Assist with zoning, ordinance and permit assessments and feasibility analysis.
• Support preparation and modification of design and engineering documents (reports, plans, schedules, estimates).
• Assess soil, terrain, hydrology, and topography for planning and design implications.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Intern/Co-op – Landscape Architecture + Planning to join its collaborative team in Houston, TX. This individual will serve a key function in providing planning, design and permitting assistance on a variety of Landscape Architecture and Planning projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross-functionally and gain industry experience working a diverse portfolio of projects which may include urban revitalization and streetscape, retail and commercial projects, school and university design, healthcare clients, smart growth planning, community design, rooftop and courtyard projects, and brownfield redevelopment assignments.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Landscape Architecture team with planning, design and permitting of landscape architecture, civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects using design, engineering and graphic software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator) and equipment to prepare landscape architecture and design documents;
• Assist with zoning, ordinance and permit assessments, and assist with determining the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data;
• Support the preparation and modification of various design and engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates and design plans for projects;
• Assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects using reports, maps, drawings, design and engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture;
• Prior related internship experience desired;
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred;
• Highly creative and possess exceptional computer skills in Adobe Suite, Sketchup, AutoCAD, Rhino, and Excel;
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills; and
• The ability to occasionally travel to other regional Langan offices.

Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

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