Paid Summer Internship: Architecture & Design

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) invites active architecture students to participate in its Summer Internship Program in Los Angeles. The internship emphasizes learning across design disciplines, with in-person and virtual opportunities, and requires candidates to submit a portfolio.

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

Qualifications

• Current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program in architecture or related field and returning to school Fall 2027.
• Some experience in the architectural profession or associated arts.
• Strong design capabilities demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino and visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a wide range of studio projects and learning opportunities.
• Contribute to design development and visualization work.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary design teams to support project delivery.

Skills

Design portfolio

Teamwork

Communication

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor/Master in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

Visualization software

Job description

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) invites active architecture students to participate in its Summer Internship Program in Los Angeles. The internship emphasizes learning across design disciplines, with in-person and virtual opportunities, and requires candidates to submit a portfolio.

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