Student Extern - ACE Mentorship Program

Gensler•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building, or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone. Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from workplace and mixed use to education, hospitality, cultural institutions, digital tech, and more. Whether we’re dreaming into a future learning environment, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful. As a Summer Student Extern in Gensler’s Los Angeles office, you will join a dynamic studio environment shadowing architects, interior designers, and marketing professionals on creative projects. This is a paid 6-week externship program, Tuesday through Thursday from 1:00pm – 5:00pm (12 hours per week) running from July 7th through August 13th.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a local Los Angeles area high school ACE Mentorship program with a strong interest in architectural design, craft and the construction industry.
Will have completed your junior or senior year of high school with the intent to attend an architectural program.
This externship is not for students currently in college.
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.