Summer Landscape Architecture Intern — Design Studio

Goodwyn Mills Cawood Llc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC (GMC) is seeking a Landscape Architecture Intern (MSU) for Summer 2026 in Birmingham, AL. The role offers exposure to a range of project types and collaboration with senior staff across design disciplines.

Ideal candidates are creative, self-motivated, with critical thinking skills and a passion for design. The internship provides professional growth in a fun, collaborative environment across public and private projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications include a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ability to think critically.
• Demonstrated passion for design and the ability to conceptualize exceptional spaces.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop, SketchUp and AutoCAD; portfolio available upon request.
• Preferred qualifications include familiarity with Lumion, InDesign, Illustrator, Land-FX or Rhino.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and design graphics creation.
• Collaborate on design projects with the project team and clients.
• Prepare hand-drawn and digital visual representations of outdoor spaces.
• Prepare, present, and edit design images to fit changes or critiques.
• Assist in producing construction drawings including hardscape, planting, and details.
• Visually inspect project sites and provide written reports.
• Maintain a sense of humor about lawn maintenance equipment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Critical thinking

Passion for design

Ability to receive critique

Tools

Photoshop

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Lumion

InDesign

Illustrator

Land-FX

Rhino

Job description

Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC (GMC) is seeking a Landscape Architecture Intern (MSU) for Summer 2026 in Birmingham, AL. The role offers exposure to a range of project types and collaboration with senior staff across design disciplines.

Ideal candidates are creative, self-motivated, with critical thinking skills and a passion for design. The internship provides professional growth in a fun, collaborative environment across public and private projects.