Architect (Industrial) - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)

Overview

Assist in design, documentation, and construction admin for industrial food facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• design development
• construction docs
• quantity survey
• code analysis
• client coordination
• project scheduling

Tasks

-Assist in establishing budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager -Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors. -Help review applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc. -Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients’ needs and budget. -Develop code analysis sheets. -Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools. -Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients. -Perform quantity surveys. -Produce schematics, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members. -Perform construction administration duties - RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, on-site observation, etc. -Prepare bid tabs. -Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc. -Prepare submittals for regulatory / permit approval. -Assist in document coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications. -Prepare presentation materials (renderings, drawings)

Requirements

• autocad
• revit
• leed
• architecture
• project management
• gpa 3.0

What You Bring

-Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. -Understanding of the project management process. -Industrial and /or Commercial Architectural and LEED experience is a plus. -Desire to work on, familiar with, or experience in commercial or industrial projects. -Familiarity and/or experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary. -Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times. -Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems. -Familiarity and/or experience with Revit is strongly preferred. -Familiar with all phases of a project including construction documentation review. -Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Pursuing a master’s degree is a plus. -GPA: 3.0 or above -Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills. -Professional and collaborative work ethic. -Up to 25% of travel required to visit project site and other offices. -Must meet travel requirement - overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.

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About Dennis Group

-A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities. -Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup. -High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker. -Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins. -Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.

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