Paid Landscape Design Intern – Orlando (Urban & Civic)

Pape-Dawson; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is offering a paid Landscape Design Intern position in Orlando, FL. You’ll join the Landscape Architecture group in a multidisciplinary firm, with professional development at the core of our internal curriculum.

The internship emphasizes hands-on learning alongside surveyors and engineers to deliver thoughtful spaces for clients and users. The ideal candidate is creative, collaborative, and passionate about authentic, innovative, and functional design.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and interest or foundational experience in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of construction techniques, plant materials, and sustainable design practices is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of design concepts, schematic design, cost estimates, and code analysis and presentation as assigned
• Develop design concepts by hand graphics and computer graphic programs, including SketchUp, Lumion, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite
• Maintain project communications and information
• Prepare designs previously originated or refine and develop sketches provided by others
• Learn to read and understand construction drawings, digital mapping, and other related documentation
• Additional related duties as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Landscape Architecture degree (in progress)

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Lumion

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Pape-Dawson is offering a paid Landscape Design Intern position in Orlando, FL. You’ll join the Landscape Architecture group in a multidisciplinary firm, with professional development at the core of our internal curriculum.

The internship emphasizes hands-on learning alongside surveyors and engineers to deliver thoughtful spaces for clients and users. The ideal candidate is creative, collaborative, and passionate about authentic, innovative, and functional design.