Intern - Architecture

Overview

Assist with building envelope design, surveys, reports, and consulting tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• scope planning
• field surveys
• technical drawings
• new construction
• product selection
• code analysis

Tasks

-Assist with defining design project scopes, schedules, and budgets. -Assist with field surveys of existing buildings, focusing on gathering existing conditions information for our design work. -Participate in reviewing learning modules. -Develop, refine, and correct technical drawing packages under the guidance of Design & Performance Studio staff, including drawing existing conditions, adapting standard details, and developing new details. -May produce a capstone presentation to discuss experience and learning as an Intern. -Assist with all aspects of design for New Construction Projects, Modernization Projects, Forensic Engineering Investigations, and more! -Strengthen your technical, communication, and project management skills -Assist with selecting appropriate products and materials for each unique design project, and learn about developing technical specifications. -Build a solid foundation for a future career in engineering, construction, or architecture -Collaborate with Design & Performance Studio staff and other Consultants on real-world design problems. -Participate in design project initiation meetings with Studio staff and other Consultants. -Assist with Building Code analyses, including learning to interpret and apply code requirements to specific design projects.

Requirements

• autocad
• bluebeam
• microsoft office
• engineering degree
• communication
• critical thinking

What You Bring

-Professional verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization -Learn to build and maintain relationships with clients, (internal and external), including effective communication skills. -A high level of professionalism, flexibility and an ability to adapt in a changing, fast-paced environment working with internal coworkers -Current enrollment in a technical Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program such as engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field required; must complete sophomore year before internship start date -Critical thinking skills, an innovative mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. -High School Diploma /Equivalent -Learn directly from experienced engineers and consultants -Experience in Bluebeam and AutoCAD preferred. -Previous internship or work history in construction, engineering, or architectural firms (preferred). -Technical competency and an ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with co-workers. -An ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization and be exposed to a variety of projects and processes -Learn the fundamentals of project cost tracking and invoicing. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office. -A practical understanding of building structures. -Exceptional company culture

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Benefits

-Gain hands-on field and office experience with real consulting projects -401(k) with up to 6% employer match! -Paid Company Holidays -Competitive Compensation

About Lerch Bates Inc.

-Pioneered elevator consulting in the U.S. from humble beginnings. -Transitioned from a single office in Chicago to a global consultancy. -Engineered iconic skyscrapers including Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101. -Extended expertise into logistics, structures, façade access, and more. -Provides comprehensive services from design to maintenance. -Serves a wide range of industries and sectors. -Cultivates a unique employee-owned culture fostering accountability. -Innovates with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment background check required -drug test required, includes marijuana screening regardless of state law -conditional offer rescinded if candidate fails either the background check or drug test