Summer Intern - City Design
About The Position
SOM’s Summer Internship Program is for students planning careers in design disciplines, including architecture, engineering, urban planning, graphic design, and interior design. Interns learn from experts, develop design and visualization skills, and contribute to design projects. They participate in in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events. The City Design internship runs from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Applicants must be returning to school in Fall 2027, and work samples must be submitted for consideration. The application deadline is January 18, 2027. Compensation typically ranges from $25 to $27 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, location, and education.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in urban design, architecture, or a related field of study, and returning to school in Fall 2027.
- Some experience in the urban design or architectural profession or associated arts.
- Demonstrated general interest and limited knowledge of urban design and planning, urban history and theory, planning and environmental law, and private and public development.
- Strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills, demonstrated in a portfolio or work samples.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
- Submit work samples to be considered.
Responsibilities
- Learn from experts across SOM’s design disciplines.
- Build design and visualization skills.
- Contribute to design projects.
- Participate in in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
