What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architecture Internship (Summer 2026) position at RDG Planning & Design?
Each summer, RDG Planning & Design opens its doors to a new group of summer interns who work alongside professionals in various disciplines and across multiple markets, learning directly from seasoned practitioners and getting hands-on project experience.
We’re currently looking for an intern to join our architecture team this summer and support work for a wide range of projects, learning and developing skills as they contribute to meaningful work.
Interested? Read on.
Great architecture is about more than how a design looks – it’s about how a design makes you feel. For RDG architects, it's also about envisioning what could be, forging a bold path forward for our clients and our practice to create inclusive, sustainable spaces that serve our clients and our communities well.
When you join the RDG team, you’re joining a group of forward-thinking, positive-minded collaborators who create meaning together every day. We’re a design and planning firm filled with talented experts across multiple disciplines teaming up to create sustainable spaces across the country that improve people’s lives and make our world better.
Want to learn more about interning at RDG? Hear from our previous interns firsthand about their experiences: here and here.
Essential Job Functions
One-on-one collaboration with and mentorship from an experienced architect
Collaborate with the project team to develop design details and construction documents
Assist with renderings and other digital communication tools to tell the overall design story
Support the preparation of presentation materials to various project stakeholders
Skills & Strengths
Strong entrepreneurial spirit
Approaches work with curiosity
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization
Ability to actively listen, learn and ask questions as neede
Education & Experience
Proficient in Autodesk, SketchUp, Adobe and Microsoft Office applications
Preferably, third or fourth-year student at an accredited college
Electronic cover letter, resume, and portfolio submission only: APPLY ONLINE
RDG is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We’re currently looking for an intern to join our architecture team this summer and support work for a wide range of projects, learning and developing skills as they contribute to meaningful work.
Interested? Read on.
Great architecture is about more than how a design looks – it’s about how a design makes you feel. For RDG architects, it's also about envisioning what could be, forging a bold path forward for our clients and our practice to create inclusive, sustainable spaces that serve our clients and our communities well.
When you join the RDG team, you’re joining a group of forward-thinking, positive-minded collaborators who create meaning together every day. We’re a design and planning firm filled with talented experts across multiple disciplines teaming up to create sustainable spaces across the country that improve people’s lives and make our world better.
Want to learn more about interning at RDG? Hear from our previous interns firsthand about their experiences: here and here.
Essential Job Functions
One-on-one collaboration with and mentorship from an experienced architect
Collaborate with the project team to develop design details and construction documents
Assist with renderings and other digital communication tools to tell the overall design story
Support the preparation of presentation materials to various project stakeholders
Skills & Strengths
Strong entrepreneurial spirit
Approaches work with curiosity
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization
Ability to actively listen, learn and ask questions as neede
Education & Experience
Proficient in Autodesk, SketchUp, Adobe and Microsoft Office applications
Preferably, third or fourth-year student at an accredited college
Electronic cover letter, resume, and portfolio submission only: APPLY ONLINE
RDG is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.