Architectural Intern

Holst Architecture is a woman-owned, queer-led Portland-based design studio that prioritizes the human experience of space in our building designs, and strives to express the highest environmental, social, and aesthetic ideals. We have been in Portland’s Central Eastside Industrial District since 1992. We are a B Corp, signatories of the NOMA PDX Call-to-Action, and are proud to have a Just. Label.

A Holst intern will be an active member of our studio and will be integrated with one or more project teams for the duration of their internship. Holst will aim to give our intern exposure to all phases of the design, documentation, and construction process. Mentors will be assigned as points of contact for project support and general questions about the office and profession. Other knowledge-sharing opportunities will be available including lectures, internal presentations and events, vendor presentations, and project tours.

This intern position will last 10-12 weeks in Summer 2025 with flexible start and end dates based on student’s schedule. Compensation will be $27.25/hr for up to 40 hours a week.

Job responsibilities may include:

  • Collaboration with design teams to generate and develop design ideas
  • Participation in design charrettes to define strategic goals for clients
  • Participation in the creation of presentation materials, including digital and physical models
  • Participation in the development of working drawings and documents and the work of projects currently under construction

Through the hiring process, we evaluate candidates through the lenses of:

  • Hard skills: graphic clarity, written and verbal communication, software knowledge, technical knowledge, and project management.
  • Interpersonal soft skills: presentation skills, collaboration, mentorship, engagement with community, and constructive attitude.
  • Approach-based soft skills: creativity, innovation, curiosity, initiative and ownership, problem solving, response to and growth from feedback, and organization and time management.

To apply, please submit a single PDF of your cover letter, resume, two professional or personal references, and work samples/portfolio (not to exceed 10 MB) to [email protected] by 11:59 PM, Sunday, April 20. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Web links will not be accessed. No phone calls please.

Requirements

  • Holst strives to create a welcoming environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.

Preferences

  • Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate architecture program
  • Exceptional presentation, written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and design software like Sketchup and Adobe Suite; interest in developing Revit digital modeling skills
  • Willingness to learn and self-direct skill development
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