Landscape Design Intern

Pape-Dawson

The Role

Overview

Assist in drafting, planning, and coordination of landscape architecture projects as an intern.

Key Responsibilities

  • bond documents
  • scheduling
  • plan drafting
  • field coordination
  • document review
  • presentation prep

Tasks

-Contribute to the preparation and coordination of bond issues and inspection documents with guidance from staff. -Learn and support basic project scheduling tasks to understand delivery milestones. -Assist with drafting project layouts, planting plans, and irrigation plans under supervision. -Participate in coordination with field staff and contractors to observe how construction issues are resolved. -Help review construction documents and cost estimates for accuracy and learning purposes. -Collaborate with team members and Project Managers to support client goals and ensure quality project outcomes. -Support the creation and organization of plan sets and presentation materials.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • sketchup
  • adobe
  • landscape architecture
  • problem solving
  • communication

What You Bring

-Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and interest or foundational experience in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. -Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. -Availability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm -Knowledge of construction techniques, plant materials, and sustainable design practices is a plus. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field from an accredited program. -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

The Company

About Pape-Dawson

-Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force. -Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions. -A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure. -Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center. -Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning. -The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Mining

Land Development

Transportation

Water Resources

Commercial

Corporate Campus

Data Centers

Education

Healthcare

Hospitality

Industrial

Mixed-Use

Multi-Family

Residential

Construction Management

Inspection Services

Infrastructure