Architectural Intern

Direct Supply•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In the Architectural Intern role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting Architects, Interior Designers, and Foodservice Designers across the full design lifecycle, contributing to real-world projects in a fast-paced, professional environment. You will primarily support the development of construction documents from Schematic Design through Construction Documentation while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and applying industry tools to deliver design solutions that enhance resident and staff experiences. Direct Supply is building the future of healthcare technology with industry-leading products, solutions and platforms to help improve the lives of millions of seniors and those who care for them. Direct Supply delivers solution-driven platforms, products and services to help solve the toughest challenges facing Senior Living and Healthcare. For more than 35 years, we’ve grown consistently while expanding our offering of innovative solutions for virtually every critical area of senior health across the continuum of care. If you asked our 1,200+ Partners what separates Direct Supply from other applied technology companies, it’s that we are 100% employee owned and driven to work with a purpose. Every day, we strive to honor our mission of enhancing the lives of millions of seniors and healthcare professionals in a results-oriented agile environment that gives our Partners the necessary tools and flexibility to truly bring what’s next to Healthcare. Ready to make a difference?

Requirements

Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in a Bachelor’s degree program in Architecture, Architectural Studies, or Interior Architecture
Experience using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
A portfolio of academic work is required to be considered for this position
Ability to work 32–40 hours per week during the summer (late May through August)
Learns Quickly: Rapidly absorbs and applies new information and skills and enjoys new challenges. Innovates and experiments to solve problems, reflecting on both successes and failures for growth. Is a naturally curious and adaptable learner
Effectively Collaborates: Forges strong partnerships and works productively with others to achieve common goals. Finds common ground to solve problems and seeks out diverse perspectives to inform decisions. Quickly earns trust, puts others at ease, and shows empathy
Invests in Development: Prioritizes the work most aligned to top of skill set and accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Demonstrates relentless curiosity, proactively honing AI, technical and professional abilities for the future. Seeks and applies feedback to continuously learn and develop
Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers impactful communications for diverse audiences across channels. Excels in both small and large group interactions. Captures attention, actively listens, and guides discussions towards targeted goals
Demonstrates initiative in learning building codes and technical regulations, with intermediate proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office to support documentation and communication needs
Uses emerging design technologies and sharp logic to craft inventive solutions to complex issues
Leverages new technologies and AI to boost efficiency and productivity

Nice To Haves

Experience with design related software: Autodesk Forma, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, Bluebeam, SketchUp
Proficient in Microsoft Office productivity software

Responsibilities

Support design teams across multiple phases of new construction and renovation projects
Assist in evaluating spatial conditions, constraints, and opportunities to inform design solutions
Set up and organize technical drawing packages for schematic design, design development, and construction documentation
Produce and update drawings including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, equipment plans, and finish plans based on markups and direction from designers
Manage and update Revit models, external references, and drawing files while communicating changes to the team
Assist in developing project budgets and schedules using design tools and linked documentation
Research products and materials to support design intent and ensure proper installation and performance
Support building code research and application based on project requirements and site conditions
Collaborate effectively with Architects, Designers, and Project Managers to deliver high-quality work
Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative studio environment
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance team processes and outcomes