Architecture Intern Valley, MD

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined architecture, engineering, information technology, and related services for K-12 schools, higher education, and to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: A n intern supports the assigned design department byassistingwith a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project design and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

The hourly rate associated with this position is $21.00 - $26.00 based on education level.

• Assist senior or lead ( a rchitects, e ngineer s , i nterior d esigner s , p roject m anager s ) with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support
• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases
• Support the creation of presentation and marketing materials
• Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings
• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
• Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and other multidisciplinary team members

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Familiarity in using standard

Microsoft Office for document creationandemail communication

Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials

Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity

Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups

Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors

Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others

• Full time student currently enrolled in aNAAB accredited program as detailed below:
  • Students who have completed at least three years in an accredited 5-year or 4-year (Bachelor of Science) Bachelor of Architecture (B Arch) program

OR

Students who have completed at least one year in an accredited Master of Architecture (M Arch) program

OR

Students who have earned their BS Arch degree (or equivalent) and have been accepted to enter an accredited Master of Architecture (M Arch) program

• Coursework in related field
• Previous internship experience
• Familiarity with design and production software, with the ability to use these tools to develop project documents and collaborate with project team members

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.