Early College Internship – Summer 2026
About The Position
As an Intern for Gensler's Austin office, you will join our creative studio environment for a full-time, paid internship opportunity from July 7th to August 7th, 2026. You must be available for the entire duration of the program. At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s in Architecture from an accredited university
- Completed your second year of undergraduate studies, and will be continuing your third year in the fall
- Experience using Revit or Rhino; BIM modeling software a plus
- 3-D computer rendering skills (Enscape, V-ray, Sketch Up, 3-D Max, and/or other modeling software)
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook and Bluebeam
- Demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or community
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
- Resourceful, self-motivated, enthusiastic team player
- Outstanding analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Hand sketching and physical modelling ability a plus
Responsibilities
- Work on architecture projects as a fully collaborative member of a design team, participating in design charrettes and learning sessions focused on delivering a successful project for our clients, large or small
- Experience educational sessions and mentorship opportunities that include lectures, project tours, vendor visits, and a real-world group project
- Enjoy the rich culture of our firm and the broader office community through a number of events and learning opportunities focused on supporting your professional licensure efforts
Benefits
- paid internship opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
