Landscape Architectural Intern

**Requisition/Vacancy No.** 140490BR

**Position Title** Landscape Architectural Intern

**Job Category** Vacation Student / Internship / Graduate

**Business Line** Architecture

**Country** United States of America

**State/Province/Region** USA - Florida

**City** Orlando

**Why Choose AECOM?** AECOM is a premier, fully integrated professional and technical services firm positioned to design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets around the world for public- and private-sector clients. With nearly 100,000 employees --- including architects, engineers, designers, planners, scientists and management and construction services professionals --- serving clients in over 150 countries around the world, AECOM is ranked as the #1 engineering design firm by revenue in _Engineering News-Record_ magazine's annual industry rankings, and has been recognized by _Fortune_ magazine as a World's Most Admired Company. The firm is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, oil and gas, water, high-rise buildings and government. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering customized and creative solutions that meet the needs of clients' projects. A _Fortune 500_ firm, AECOM companies, including URS Corporation and Hunt Construction Group, have annual revenue of approximately $19 billion. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.

**About the Business Line**

**Architecture**

We help shape the world around us --- from high-rise buildings to educational, cultural, research and transportation facilities. Our design process is based on energy-efficient building systems, and appropriate selection of materials and form to maximize environmental conditions and long-term performance.

**Job Summary**

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Landscape Architectural Intern for employment in the Orlando, FL office. Candidate should be efficient in production of design and construction documentation. The position provides exposure to all aspects and phases of the firm's Landscape Architectural practice, including communicating with internal and external clients. The projects primarily involve private clients and focus on resort, leisure, theme park and attractions as well as having involvement with fellow team members on more common Landscape Architectural practice involving Parks & Open Space, Recreation & Leisure and Public Realm. Candidates must have self-driven initiative and participatory team skills and shall be capable of functioning as team member in a studio environment with a broad spectrum of Project Landscape Architects and Designers. AECOM is searching for candidates that have the ability to be a role model, be client-focused, be impactful and be decisive.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

Internship experience shall include participation with studio team members on project work including public/ private projects with an emphasis on municipal, county, state community, parks and open space design, place making and planning as well as in the public realm, streetscape and resort, leisure and attraction area development themed environments including ride and attraction environments (both wet and dry theme park and water park attraction venues) as well as zoos, aquariums and other related theme park and attractions with animal habitats, exhibits and study areas for the advancement of education, preservation and sustainable practices of animal husbandry and biome creations within man-made environments.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

+ Prepare planning documents, conceptual and schematic designs, construction details, construction documents, technical specifications and cost estimates for a wide variety of public and private sector projects

+ Perform field reviews and analysis of project sites and study areas and prepares written documentation of observations and conditions

+ Work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member

**Minimum Requirements**

+ Currently in pursuit of Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design, or other field required

+ Knowledge of design process, conceptual thinking and detailed design/construction document knowledge, well organized and attention to scheduling requirements, as well as a good understanding of time management and project production budgets

+ Knowledge of construction materials and techniques, including detailing is a pre-requisite of our internship program.

+ Ability to plan and organize multiple projects and work with other junior Landscape Architects, Designers and Technicians; effective time management is an inherent trait expected of all internship.

+ Have an understanding of Quality Control coordination and practice structure and be able to comply with company standards

+ The candidate will be expected to maintain regular office hours and participate in company functions where appropriate; domestic and International travel may also be a potential and the intern must be able to fulfil this task

+ A strong focus on studio relationships is an important aspect of our growing studio and the candidate should be confident, friendly and willing to work with all staff levels from Entry Level Landscape Architects through to the Director of Landscape Architecture

+ Ability to possess an entry level understanding and knowledge of design, master planning, construction materials, techniques and specifications

+ Must possess a valid driver's license

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Entry level proficiency with AutoCAD, Landworks, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, or SketchUp, or other related CADD software.

+ A university student with no more than one academic year remaining before earning a degree preferred, these students are typically seniors in university. Contingent upon a positive performance review, a successful intern may receive an offer of full-time employment.

+ Membership in Professional Association in Canada, USA (CSLA, ASLA), United Kingdom (CMLI), or Allied International Association including IFLA, LAF or equal

+ Experience with three dimensional design

+ International experience in North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia

+ Special interests and hobbies including: arts and crafts, photography, special studies, languages, sports and fitness, travel or involvement in community associations and special causes/foundations shall be of interest to interviewing staff when considering your candidacy, so please share these with the team in addition to you resume and portfolio if you feel these aspects would be of interest and pride in your application for Landscape Architectural Intern at AECOM Buildings & Places team in Orlando, Florida USA

**What We Offer**

AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow.

AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click here at http://www.aecom.com/content/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/EEO-is-the-Law-poster-supplement.pdf to view the EEO Is The Law poster.