Architectural Associate / Entry-level Architectural Staff
About The Position
MHTN Architects is seeking Architectural Associates to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary design studio. This full-time role is designed for emerging professionals graduating by Spring 2026 who are ready to turn academic exploration into built work. Project opportunities in this position align with Architectural Experience Program (AXP) goals and support your path toward architectural licensure. As an Architectural Associate, you will collaborate with architects, interior designers, planners, and landscape architects while contributing your unique perspective to the design process. You will participate in design conversations and pin-ups, develop layouts and project features, and support commercial project work from concept through documentation. Responsibilities may include creating renderings and physical models, assisting with Revit modeling, and preparing construction documentation under the mentorship of experienced team members. In this position, you will take ownership of a variety of assignments that translate your academic experience into real-world architectural solutions. Working closely with your project team and mentor, you will gain hands-on experience in programming, analysis, planning, and design. A strong interest in socially and environmentally responsible design will support your continued growth and professional development. You will track experience hours toward AXP completion and have access to Architect Registration Examination (ARE) study resources and dedicated champions who support your career growth.
Requirements
- Professional communication skills: ability to clearly and concisely convey ideas and information in team and client settings
- Strong visual communication skills: ability to effectively express design intent through drawings, presentations, and written materials
- Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate across disciplines
- Highly organized and attentive to detail
- Creative and forward thinking
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
- Accredited architectural bachelor’s or master’s degree by Spring 2026
- Well-curated and graphically refined portfolio reflecting conceptual clarity, technical aptitude, and effective communication
- Familiarity with Revit preferred
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Lumion or Enscape a plus
- A strong interest in socially and environmentally responsible design
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with architects, interior designers, planners, and landscape architects
- Participate in design conversations and pin-ups
- Develop layouts and project features
- Support commercial project work from concept through documentation
- Create renderings and physical models
- Assist with Revit modeling
- Prepare construction documentation under the mentorship of experienced team members
- Take ownership of a variety of assignments that translate your academic experience into real-world architectural solutions
- Gain hands-on experience in programming, analysis, planning, and design
- Track experience hours toward AXP completion
Benefits
- MHTN offers a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement.
- MHTN supports technical excellence through continuing education resources, in-house professional development support, and mentoring.
- Suite of insurance benefits (including Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and more!)
- 401k with 5% employer match
- Annual discretionary bonus opportunity for all employees
- Company-paid continuing education and mentorship programs
- Paid licensure and industry memberships
- Flexible paid time off
- Flexible hybrid work schedules
- Paid time off for volunteering
- Physical activity incentives
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
