Landscape Architect Intern- Summer 2026

Vhb

The Role

Overview

Assist in landscape design and construction tasks for multidisciplinary projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • construction administration
  • graphic preparation
  • 3d modelling
  • cost estimation
  • site design
  • construction documents

Tasks

-Assist with project construction administration tasks -Prepare graphics, by hand and by computer, for design development and presentations, including 3D digital models, concept plans and diagrams, design studies, material boards, illustrative plans, cross-sections, and perspective sketches -Assist in preparing estimates of probable construction costs -Work with multi-disciplinary project teams, assisting in site design development from concept through construction -Assist in producing construction documents: develop layout and materials, grading, and planting plans and technical details, and write technical specifications

Requirements

  • landscape architecture
  • arcgis pro
  • autocad civil3d
  • adobe creative
  • sketchup
  • microsoft suite

What You Bring

-Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills -Organizational skills -Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills -Currently enrolled in a Landscape Architecture program, or related field -Experience with ArcGIS Pro, AutoCAD Civil3D, Adobe Creative Suites, SketchUp and associated rendering software, and Microsoft Suite. -Strong knowledge of plant identification, plant selection, and horticultural & arboricultural practices -Ability to handle assignments from multiple project managers -Strong graphic skills and ability to organize and present ideas graphically -Public speaking and presentation skills -Ability to work independently -Problem solving abilities

Benefits

-Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation -Focus on learning, development, and career growth -Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects -Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

The Company

About Vhb

-A small civil engineering shop serving local communities. -Evolved into a multidisciplinary firm tackling engineering, planning, design, and environmental challenges. -Known for managing landmark infrastructure projects—from the South Coast Rail bridges to coastal resilience plans. -Blends transportation planning, environmental stewardship, energy solutions, and land development under one roof. -Demonstrated impact beyond design by detecting a critical bridge defect in Providence days before emergency closure. -Remains rooted in civil engineering but shines for its integrated solutions and hands-on role in transformative public infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Transportation

Real Estate

Institutional

Energy

Federal Government

State Government

Local Government

Healthcare

Coastal Engineering

Resiliency Planning and Design

Shoreline Engineering

Environmental Services

Renewable Energy

Stormwater Design & Engineering

Utility Infrastructure Design

Bridge & Structures Design & Engineering

Highway/Roadway Design & Engineering

Rail & Transit Planning & Design

Landscape Architecture

Climate Adaptation Planning

Water Resources

Active Transportation

Affordable Housing Studies

Parking Studies, Design & Engineering

Traffic Studies, Design & Engineering

Urban Design & Planning