Design Intern

AECOM • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking Architectural Interns based in the Los Angeles, CA office. This position is expected to begin in January 2026. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks. Performs entry-level work. Follows instructions to accomplish tasks assigned by senior staff. Meets required schedules while producing quality work. Work collaboratively within a project-based team while maintaining individual accountability.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in architecture and must have completed at least two years of study.
• Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with a master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions.
• Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most recent school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of design process, conceptual thinking and detailed design/construction document knowledge, well organized and attention to scheduling requirements, as well as a good understanding of time management.
• Ability to plan and organize multiple projects and work with other multi-discipline team members; effective time management is an inherent trait expected of all internship candidates.
• The candidate will be expected to maintain regular office hours and participate in company functions where appropriate; domestic travel may also be a potential and the intern must be able to fulfil this task.
• A strong focus on studio culture and collaboration is an important aspect of our practice. The candidate should be confident and willing to work with all staff levels from Entry Level Landscape Architects through Practice Leaders.
• Ability to possess an entry-level understanding and knowledge of design, master planning, construction materials, techniques and specifications.
• Entry-level proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, SketchUp, Rhino, and other related CADD software.
• A college or university student with two academic years remaining before earning a degree preferred; these students are typically in their junior, senior year of an undergraduate program.
• Contingent upon a positive performance review, a successful intern may receive an offer of full-time employment.
• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering software.
• Intellectual curiosity and a diversity of interests inform your design perspective.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.
• Performs entry-level work.
• Follows instructions to accomplish tasks assigned by senior staff.
• Meets required schedules while producing quality work.
• Work collaboratively within a project-based team while maintaining individual accountability.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees