Summer Intern - City Design

SOM • Austin, TX

7d • $25 - $27

About The Position

SOM is hiring a Summer Intern for City Design. The Summer Internship Program is for students planning careers in architecture, structural and sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. Interns learn from experts across SOM’s design disciplines, develop design and visualization skills, and contribute to design projects. The program includes a range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events.

The program runs from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Applicants must be returning to school in Fall 2027 and must submit work samples to be considered. The application deadline is January 18, 2027. Compensation typically ranges from $25 to $27 per hour and is based on experience, qualifications, location, and education.

Requirements

• Be a current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in urban design, architecture, or a related field of study, and be returning to school in Fall 2027.
• Have some experience in the urban design or architectural profession or associated arts.
• Demonstrate general interest and limited knowledge of urban design and planning, urban history and theory, planning and environmental law, and private and public development.
• Have strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills, demonstrated in a portfolio or work samples.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Be able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Submit work samples to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design projects.
• Participate in learning opportunities and events, both in person and virtually.
• Develop design and visualization skills while learning from experts across design disciplines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern