Landscape Architect - Landscape Design | Residential Design - Build

McDugald Steele

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Part time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship
Portfolio development

Job summary

McDugald Steele in Houston invites motivated students and recent grads for a paid Landscape Architecture Internship. You'll work hands-on across design, installation, and garden management, partnering with veteran designers, project managers, and field teams on high-end residential projects.

This immersive program covers concept through long-term care, with opportunities to build a portfolio and gain real-world experience in a fully integrated design-build firm.

Qualifications

  • This internship targets students pursuing landscape architecture, horticulture, or related fields.
  • Junior or senior-level college students or recent graduates are welcome.
  • Strong work ethic, dependability and willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in landscape design, installation, and garden management.
  • Collaborate with designers, project managers, and field teams.
  • Support projects from concept through installation and long-term care.

Skills

Landscape design
Garden management
Construction knowledge
Portfolio development
Teamwork

Education

Pursuing landscape architecture degree

Job description

Landscape Architect - Landscape Design | Residential Design - Build

At McDugald Steele, internships are more than a line on a resume. They are a hands-on introduction to how exceptional gardens are designed, built, and maintained. We are seeking motivated college students and recent graduates who want real-world experience in landscape architecture, garden management, construction, or business operations. Whether you are studying landscape architecture, horticulture, construction management, or a related field, this is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful projects across Houston.

Q: What makes the McDugald Steele Landscape Architecture Internship unique?

This is a hands-on, fully immersive landscape architecture internship in Houston. Interns are actively involved in real projects rather than observing from the sidelines. You will work alongside designers, project managers, and field teams while gaining exposure to design, construction, and garden management. From concept through installation and long-term care, interns experience the full lifecycle of high-end residential landscape projects.

Q: What types of internship opportunities are available?

McDugald Steele offers flexible, paid internship opportunities designed to fit a variety of academic and career goals:

  • Year-round and part-time internships during the school year
  • Opportunities across design, landscape construction, and garden management

These roles may also qualify for college credit depending on your program requirements.

Q: What skills and experience will I gain from this internship?

This internship is designed to provide real-world experience in landscape architecture and related fields. Interns will:

  • Gain hands-on experience in landscape design, installation, and garden management
  • Work on high-end residential landscape projects
  • Develop technical and professional skills applicable to full-time roles
  • Build a strong portfolio with real project experience
  • Establish connections within Houston’s landscape architecture and construction industry

Q: Who should apply for this landscape architecture internship?

We are looking for motivated individuals who are ready to contribute and grow within a professional environment. Ideal candidates include:

  • Junior or senior-level college students or recent graduates
  • Students studying landscape architecture, horticulture, or construction-related fields
  • Individuals with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Candidates who are dependable, proactive, and team-oriented

Q: Why start your landscape architecture career at McDugald Steele?

As a fully integrated design-build firm, McDugald Steele provides a comprehensive learning environment. Interns gain exposure to every phase of a project, from initial design concepts to construction and long-term garden care. This structure offers a deeper understanding of the industry and prepares interns for long-term career opportunities in landscape architecture and design-build practice.

Q: Is this a paid landscape architecture internship in Houston?

Yes. McDugald Steele offers paid internships in Houston, Texas, with opportunities for professional growth, portfolio development, and potential pathways into full-time employment.

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