Summer Design Internship: Architecture & Sustainability

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) invites applications for its Summer Internship Program, open to students pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degrees in architecture, structural and sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. The program runs June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027, with in-person and virtual learning opportunities and world-class design projects.

Applicants must plan to return to school in Fall 2027, submit a portfolio, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• Current student returning Fall 2027 in architecture/engineering/environmental design.
• Strong design capabilities demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.
• Some experience in sustainable design practice.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino and visualization software.
• Experience in energy modeling and hourly simulations (e.g., E-Plus, DOE-2/eQuest, IES VE).
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Skills

Strong design capabilities

Team communication

Education

Current student in accredited bachelor’s or master’s program in architecture/engineering/environmental building design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

Visualization software

Job description

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) invites applications for its Summer Internship Program, open to students pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degrees in architecture, structural and sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. The program runs June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027, with in-person and virtual learning opportunities and world-class design projects.

Applicants must plan to return to school in Fall 2027, submit a portfolio, and demonstrate strong