Summer Design Internship — Architecture & Engineering

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

SOM in Chicago invites current architecture, structural and related engineering students to join its Summer Internship Program. Participants learn from experts across design disciplines, build visualization skills, and contribute to world-class projects through a mix of in-person and virtual opportunities.

The program runs June 7 to August 13, 2027 and requires returning to school in Fall 2027. Compensation is based on experience and location, typically hourly.

Qualifications

• Must be returning to school Fall 2027.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving with precision.
• Ability to follow timelines and escalate when needed.
• Effective written, oral, and visual communication.
• Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting and design development.
• Proficient in Google Sheets; basic knowledge of ETABS, Revit, Rhino/Grasshopper.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design projects across architecture and engineering disciplines.
• Learn from experts through in-person and virtual sessions.
• Assist with visualization and drafting tasks as needed.

Skills

Initiative

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Structural engineering student

Tools

Google Sheets

ETABS

Revit

Rhino/Grasshopper

Job description

SOM in Chicago invites current architecture, structural and related engineering students to join its Summer Internship Program. Participants learn from experts across design disciplines, build visualization skills, and contribute to world-class projects through a mix of in-person and virtual opportunities.

The program runs June 7 to August 13, 2027 and requires returning to school in Fall 2027. Compensation is based on experience and location, typically hourly.