Architectural Design Internship

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with private and public entities to wholistically approach facility and infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then an internship at Wendel is the right move for you!

Wendel is seeking enthusiastic Architecture student to intern at our Buffalo office location for this upcoming Fall! We are looking for those who thrive in a fast paced, team focused, and collaborative studio - working environment.

As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects as a fully integrated member of the team, from initial design studies to construction documentation. More than most firms, we provide project leadership and encourage collaboration between all team members. We frequently work hand in hand with graphic designers, interiors specialists, fabricators and other architects, many of whom are considered leaders in their respective fields. Wendel’s internship program balances project work with education sessions about the field to create a comprehensive overview for our interns.

Job Purpose: 

• Work on real life projects like schools, private development, and transportation facilities.
• Actively work on projects with team members in Buffalo, but also other architects in other offices.
• Collaborate with team members of all levels.
• Assist with actual project tasks, such as conceptual design, construction administration, detailing and red lines. These tasks are dependent on the projects in the office at the time of the internship.
• Develop a better understanding of the architecture field.

Requirements: 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in Architecture an accredited institution.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• A student who is a self-starter, collegial, diligent, and eager to learn about the day-to-day realities of a career in architecture.
• Revit experience preferred.
• Ability to work on-site and travel if needed.

What we offer:

• A paid internship for a student with great communication skills who is comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.                  
• Flexible schedule.
• Amazing company culture and work environment.
• Opportunity to incorporate classroom learning into professional, real-world situations.

Hourly Range: $19.00 - $21.00. 

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The hourly rate offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The hourly rate offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free work place.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of protected veterans.