Summer 2027 Architectural Student Intern

Progressive AE; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Companies is seeking an Architectural Student Intern to assist with the building design process, collaborating with design architects, project architects, and project managers on materials, schematic designs, Revit modeling, and contract documents. You will support model building, renderings, and construction administration activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on client projects, site visits, and education sessions within a multidisciplinary firm known for design excellence.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a NAAB‑accredited Architecture Bachelor’s degree program is required.
• At least one year of undergraduate studies completed by Summer 2027 is required.
• Basic knowledge of Revit is strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of architectural design, building systems, sustainability, and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the project team to help meet project schedules and budgets.
• Manage multiple project tasks in a timely, accurate manner, monitoring progress against project scope and available resources.
• Provide documentation for final architectural plans, elevations, sections, and details consistent with Progressive’s standards.
• Assist in preparing building models and detailed contract documents consistent with Progressive Companies standards.
• Check code compliance information as it relates to the discipline and any effect on other disciplines.
• Collaborate with project designers, architects, and managers to understand modifications to project design, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Use design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and InDesign, for presentation and production purposes.

Skills

Math skills

Analytical thinking

Design skills

Communication skills

Education

NAAB-accredited Architecture Bachelor’s degree program

At least one year of undergrad by Summer 2027

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

InDesign

Project

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Durham, NC, USA

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Job Description

The Progressive Companies Summer Internship Program is a paid, full-time experience designed to launch your career. You'll take part in hands-on client projects, sharpen your problem-solving and communication skills, and gain a front-row seat to the world of architecture, design, engineering, and construction. Working alongside experienced mentors in a multi-disciplinary firm setting, you'll learn the tools and methods that build a strong foundation for your future career. Along the way, you'll take part in project site visits, volunteer outings, networking opportunities, and education sessions - all designed to fuel your career and your curiosity.

As an Architectural Student Intern, you will work collaboratively with design architects, project architects, and project managers to assist with all aspects of the building design process. Typical work includes preparing presentation materials, schematic designs, design development, Revit modeling and contract documents; supporting model building and rendering; and assisting with construction administration activities.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the project team to help meet project schedules and budgets.
• Manage multiple project tasks in a timely, accurate manner, monitoring progress against project scope and available resources.
• Provide documentation for final architectural plans, elevations, sections, and details consistent with Progressive’s standards.
• Assist in preparing building models and detailed contract documents consistent with Progressive Companies standards.
• Check code compliance information as it relates to the discipline and any effect it may have on other disciplines.
• Collaborate with project designers, architects, and managers to understand modifications to project design, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Use design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and InDesign, for presentation and production purposes.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in a NAAB-accredited Architecture Bachelor’s degree program required.
• At least one year of undergraduate studies completed by Summer 2027 required.
• Basic knowledge of Revit strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of architectural design, building systems, sustainability, and other trends in the design/construction industry.
• Strong math, analytical, design and problem-solving skills, and ability to communicate well.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook required.Experience in Project, SharePoint, and Teams preferred

P eople Matter

Each individual’s background, knowledge, ability, and experience contributes to strengthening our organization and projects. Our dedication to diversity includes company provided training and education, equitable recruitment, a grassroots employee DEI committee, and robust community partnerships.

Progressive Companies is comprised of people with a variety of abilities, races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, veteran statuses, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of innovative design. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Transforming Spaces. Empowering People.

The talented professionals of Progressive Companies are designers of a bold new future, creating high-performance structures and pathways, delivering on today’s needs and preparing for what’s to come. We live by the idea that design isn’t simply about beauty, it’s about improving strategic outcomes—what we call P erformance B ased D esign. Our work spans across the nation, allowing team members to work on a variety of exciting projects and maximize impact as trusted partners to our clients and communities.

Sustainable and Inclusive

We are dedicated to human-centered, sustainable, and inclusive design practices. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to building trust, respect, and truly innovative design making spaces welcoming and accessible to all. Our sustainability approach embraces the AIA 2030 Commitment, together with a range of high performance, restorative, and regenerative strategies with a focus on climate responsive results to maximize positive impact in our industry.

Employee Owned

We act like owners—because we are. From modest beginnings of four original engineering partners in 1962, to over 350 architects, engineers, designers, and consultants across multiple regional offices today, the energy, resourcefulness, and entrepreneurial mindset you expect from a CEO come standard with every team member.

Culture of Excellence

The firm is continually ranked as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, with comprehensive benefits including an award-winning wellness program, hybrid work schedule, summer hours, profit-sharing, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). We take our work seriously, but have fun along the way, which fuels the creative spirit and supports a focus on work and life integration.

Progressive Companies is committed to development and growth of team members through continuing education, mentorship, growth opportunities, and more. We are dedicated to giving back to our communities, with paid service-learning hours available to every employee and corporate sponsorship for a wide range of community organizations and activities.