Entry-Level Landscape Architect

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just designing places—we’re shaping the spaces where communities thrive. As an Entry-Level Landscape Architect, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering solutions that create more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable environments. You’ll work alongside industry-leading planners, designers, engineers, and environmental specialists on projects that help our clients reimagine what’s possible. This role offers the opportunity to grow your technical capabilities, contribute to meaningful projects, and help us deliver on our purpose challenging today to reinvent tomorrow.

• Support multidisciplinary teams in the development of innovative site and landscape designs for parks, open spaces, and recreational environments.
• Contribute to urban streetscapes and mobility corridors, campus, civic, and institutional projects.
• Work on green infrastructure, stormwater systems, and ecological restoration.
• Assist with conceptual design, site planning, 2D/3D graphics, visualizations, and presentation materials.
• Contribute to the production of construction documents, including layout, grading, planting, and detailed technical drawings.
• Conduct site research, environmental analysis, and inventory documentation to inform design decisions.
• Prepare high-quality exhibits, diagrams, and visual storytelling materials for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate proactively with project managers and technical leads across disciplines and offices.
• Participate in field observations, construction support tasks, and post-occupancy evaluations as needed.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
• Foundational understanding of site design principles, landscape systems, sustainable design, and environmental stewardship.
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools and software, including AutoCAD;
  Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign);
  Sketch Up, Lumion, or other modeling tools.
• Strong graphic communication skills and an ability to distill complex ideas into compelling visuals.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning, growing, and contributing to diverse project types.

• Working knowledge of GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS) for mapping and spatial analysis.
• Understanding of sustainable design frameworks such as SITES, LEED, and Low Impact Development (LID) strategies.
• Internship or studio experience in planning, landscape design, or urban design.
• Strong hand-sketching or rapid-ideation abilities.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $91,014.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on February 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.