Graduate Intern - Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure Architectural Design

Overview

Graduate Intern - Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure Architectural Design
Port Of Seattle Employer
Sea Tac, WA, US

Location: Mon, Feb 23 '26 Posted On

Pay: $30 - $32 hourly

Important Note: Final date to receive applications on Mar 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

• There are two (2) available positions for this opportunity: one summer internship and one full-year internship. These positions will work directly with the Facilities and Infrastructure (F&I) Architecture team to support the architectural review of a multi-billion dollar capital development at SEA and provide valuable insight into the details of aviation architecture.
• The position provides a unique opportunity to understand the “owner’s” perspective including exposure to current projects in all phases of design and construction, at all project scales.
• Intern will work closely with a team of four licensed architects and will receive 1:1 mentoring to develop design, technical, and professional skills.
• Unique professional development opportunity to interact with nationally recognized architecture firms working at SEA.
• These positions are eligible for NCARB AxP credits.
• Support Asset Management asset verification with research, site walks, data/photo collection, and data entry.
• Research record documents such as plans, specifications, submittals, and technical reports to verify existing infrastructure locations.
• Attend project meetings, job site walks, Architecture Design review meetings, and assist with internal design discussions and meeting minutes.
• Conceptual development and technical drawings for small scale projects.
• Support and manage architecture library development, including researching, cataloging new materials, and organizing vendor meetings and continuing education events.
• Support Architecture and Landscape Guidelines and Standards updates, including research, cross-referencing other standards or specifications, graphic design, photography, and documenting existing conditions.
• Assisting with Accessibility Facility Audits and attending SEA Accessibility Advisory Committee Meetings.
• Support the development of the external Architecture website.

• A Student – You must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program or completed fourth (4th) year of a five (5) year Bachelor of Architecture program or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) of a graduate degree program related to Architecture.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Technology – You have knowledge of AutoCAD or drafting program, Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and Illustrator. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam software. Encouraged but not required:
  Revit or other 3D software and/or GIS.
• Organized and Proactive – You must have the ability to read construction drawings and understand basic drafting principles. You’re adept at listening, asking questions, following directions, and working independently for extended periods.
• Communicator – You possess strong analytical, organizational, time management skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desired – We hope you have previous experience in an architecture firm or public agency. Exposure to design and/or construction process.

• Work Schedule – This is a full-time (40 hours per week) internship position in the summer. One of the two positions will be extended to part-time hours during the school year. Normal work hours will be scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
• Work Environment – You will primarily work in an office environment. Some telework may be available with manager approval.
• Limited Duration – This is a limited-duration position and is expected to last no longer than one year (year long position). The summer only position may last up to five months.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal…