Architectural Associates - Spring 2026 Graduates

Flad Architects • Madison, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The transition from graduation to the design world is an important step in your career so finding the right firm that focuses on helping you be successful is critical. Flad Architects has established tools, practices, and an environment that helps new graduates acclimate to this next chapter. From an advocate program; to variety in project duties and assignments; to resources for achieving licensure and sustainability accreditations; to current technology; and more. Helping you develop and succeed is a priority for Flad.
Flad is a national architectural firm, with ten offices across the country, specializing in science, healthcare, academic, and workplace spaces. A team of creative, intelligent, energetic people who help our clients tackle the issues that change people’s lives. If you enjoy solving complex challenges in a collaborative that celebrates each person's ideas, experience, and creativity, this might be the opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Previous internship experience preferred.
• Relevant architectural experience in one of Flad’s market segments preferred.
• Portfolio that demonstrates a high level of skill in design thinking + presentation media required.
• Proficiency in Rhino or SketchUp + 3D rendering software required.
• Beginner Revit knowledge required; have at least one year recent Revit experience in an academic or professional setting. Understands how Revit works but may not have completed a project from start to finish. Has made edits to existing drawings, models, etc. Intermediate Revit knowledge preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture required. NAAB accredited professional degree or Master’s degree in architecture preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with real time rendering engines (Enscape, Twin Motion) to generate still animations + renderings, Augmented Reality (AR) + Virtual Reality (VR), visual scripting programs (Grasshopper + Dynamo), Adobe Creative Suite, + AutoCAD preferred.
• Sustainability accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare presentation materials (conceptual drawings, 3D renderings + visualization, digital 3D + physical models)
• Develop and modify design + technical solutions throughout all phases of a project.
• Contribute to design discussions, idea generation, + design work in drawing, model and 3D image formats.
• Work closely with team members to complete projects on aggressive schedules by meeting deadlines within expected time + budget constraints.
• Generate revisions + corrections from outline mock-ups, redlined drawings + project documents.
• Attend client meetings to observe process + develop presentation skills.
• Participate in construction site visits to understand the process.
• Recognize conflicts that arise during construction + offer alternatives to resolve these issues.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Financial health and wellness benefits - retirement savings plan; fiduciary advisor; identity theft plan; Section 125 flexible benefits; income protection – life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability; Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education and career development – internal programs; funds set aside for external programs, licensure and sustainability support, annual professional registration and organization reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees