Landscape Architecture Intern

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Our Buildings + Places (B+P) practice includes architecture, interiors, building and system engineering, urbanism and planning, strategy +, economics, technology solutions, asset advisory, and cost and program management. This team assists our clients from strategy through project realization, creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create. Our Denver B+P studio focuses on the Commercial/Corporate, Science and Technology, Higher Education, and Federal market sectors. We look to combine beauty, sustainability, resiliency, and innovation in our projects and believe these values can be instilled in any project regardless of size or budget.

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Landscape Architecture Intern for employment in the Denver, CO office as part of AECOM’s Urbanism + Planning (U+P) studio. The U+P studio is an integral component of the overall Buildings + Places practice and is focused on leading or supporting transformational urban scale projects.  Internships are intended to introduce and build essential, hands-on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional.  Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.

This position is expected to begin in summer, May or June of 2025.

The candidate should be efficient in production of design graphics, construction drawings, and design and planning related presentations and reports. The position provides exposure to all aspects and phases of the firm’s planning and landscape architectural practice, including communicating with internal and external clients. 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 team that has a set of skills and experience. We are searching for candidates that have the ability to be a role model, be impactful and be decisive.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a multi-disciplinary team and working with award-winning professionals from around the world.  Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise, and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment, and new energy. 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.

Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects. Additionally, AECOM’s dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment.

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

• Performing entry-level work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member on a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.

• Following instructions to accomplish tasks assigned by senior staff and meeting required schedules while producing quality work.

• Interns will work collaboratively as a team player with both junior staff and senior leadership to support the development of conceptual and schematic designs, construction details and documents, developing renderings, conducting research, and organizing and synthesizing information to address the opportunities and/or challenges posed by specific projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Landscape Architecture (or a closely related field) in a LAAB accredited university program and must have completed at least two years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are eligible to apply for this position. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

• Must possess entry-level proficiency with CADD and graphic design software platforms such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and SketchUp.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A college or university student with no more than two academic years remaining before earning a degree.

• 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.

• Experience with one or more of the following software packages: Land F/X, Bentley MicroStation, BIM/Revit, Rhino, ArcGIS and other spatial analysis tools, and other 3D modeling and rendering software.

• Ability to plan and organize multiple projects and work with other multi-discipline team members; effective time management is an inherent trait expected of all internship candidates.

• Ability to think critically, analyze design problems, and write effectively.

• Intellectual curiosity and interests that inform your design perspective.

• A strong focus on studio culture and collaboration is an important aspect of our practice. The candidate should be confident, and willing to work with all staff levels from Entry Level Landscape Architects through Practice Leaders.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available for this position now or in the future for this position.

• The candidate will be expected to maintain regular office hours in the Denver, CO office and participate in company functions where appropriate; remote and/or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.

• A complete application includes a cover letter, resume and portfolio.  Please combine into one file for uploading into the AECOM system, or provide a link in your cover letter or resume to your online portfolio.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.