Landscape Architecture Intern
About The Position
As part of Garver’s growing Federal team, this Landscape Architecture Intern will assist in design for planning, urban design, and landscape architecture projects across all Garver business lines. Project types include site planning, bike/pedestrian trails, park and recreation planning and design, site landscape & irrigation, and streetscape projects. Typical clients include federal, state, and local agencies across the entire Garver footprint. The Garver Federal Team prides itself on being innovative and progressive while preserving a rich tradition of quality design. We focus on crafting creative, cost-effective designs for long-term operational efficiency while enhancing community character and promoting environmental stewardship. Internship Description: Work alongside and be mentored by experienced professionals and industry leaders. Gain real-world Landscape Architect experience through assisting with a wide array of federal projects. Visit some of Garver’s project sites. Garver Launch Program: Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will: Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network. Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being. Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative. Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program.
- Detail-oriented and a team player with strong self-initiative to meet deadlines.
- Strong graphic (hand-drawn and digital), written, and oral communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Previous experience working with design software packages such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and LandFX, as well as SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with Lumion and/ or other rendering software.
- Previous site development experience, including park and recreation or streetscape projects.
Responsibilities
- Assist in design for planning, urban design, and landscape architecture projects across all Garver business lines.
- Assist with site planning, bike/pedestrian trails, park and recreation planning and design, site landscape & irrigation, and streetscape projects.
- Work alongside and be mentored by experienced professionals and industry leaders.
- Gain real-world Landscape Architect experience through assisting with a wide array of federal projects.
- Visit some of Garver’s project sites.
- Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network.
- Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program.
- Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative.
- Enhance professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team.
Benefits
- Company-paid professional memberships.
- Company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities.
- Highly competitive salary packages.
- Attractive benefits.
- Comprehensive wellness program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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