University of Texas at Austin/Gensler Professional Residency Program

Gensler; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique paid internship program that provides a rich experience working closely with seasoned professionals in the architectural field. This role emphasizes skill development and creative exploration, allowing interns to delve into project management, construction observation, and innovative design practices. Interns will be immersed in a collaborative environment that values creativity and research, contributing to impactful projects that aim to redefine urban spaces. If you're a motivated student eager to expand your design vocabulary and gain practical experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a 4th or 5th year student at the University of Texas at Austin.
• Highly creative, digitally proficient, and an excellent communicator.

Responsibilities

• Develop professional skills through hands-on experience.
• Gain knowledge in various aspects of architectural practice.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Project Management

Construction Observation

Energy Modeling

Education

4th or 5th Year University Student

Tools

Revit

Photoshop

InDesign

SketchUp

3D Max

Rhino

Job description

University of Texas at Austin/Gensler Professional Residency Program

Apply locations: Austin, TX, US
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job requisition id: R-15360

Your Role

The paid internship program offers an incredible experience working alongside industry professionals, consultants, contractors, and clients. It provides an orientation to the professional workplace, the spirit of design teams, the design and delivery process, and an exploration of urban environments in different cities.

What You Will Do

1. Develop your professional skills
2. Enhance and expand your advanced design vocabulary through practical applications
3. Explore various aspects of architectural practice
4. Gain knowledge in project management, construction observation, landscape design, and energy modeling

Your Qualifications

1. 4th or 5th Year University of Texas at Austin student
2. Highly creative, entrepreneurial, digitally proficient, an excellent communicator, and community service oriented
3. Proficient in Revit, with skills in graphic and 3D rendering software such as Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, 3D Max, Rhino, etc.
4. Hand sketching skills are highly desirable
5. Available to work in the Austin office from July 8, 2025, to January 9, 2026

This position is not remote or hybrid. Candidates willing to relocate to Austin, Texas, are encouraged to apply. Non-local applicants are welcome. Austin was ranked as the top place to live in Texas by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 study.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, our work's value stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a collaborative design firm that combines creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment, aiming to reimagine cities and places that positively influence people's lives.