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2026 Summer Intern - Architecture

Are you an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BSArch) or a graduate student pursuing a Master of Architecture (MArch) degree? Are you looking for a hands-on learning experience where you can apply your classroom knowledge and contribute to real-world projects? If so, then consider joining our team this summer as an Architecture Intern!

As a member of our team, you will work alongside Architects, Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects to provide assistance in preparing construction documents and specifications for a variety of projects within the educational, governmental, corporate, and industrial sectors right here in Minnesota and throughout the country. Throughout your internship, you will utilize your AutoCAD and Revit skills, be exposed to the ins and outs of what it takes to bring a project together, and what needs to be done throughout the lifecycle of the project from schematic design to construction. Since many of our projects are multi-disciplined, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural engineering professionals, which means you will develop a well-rounded understanding of how each discipline supports and depends on one another to make a project successful.

The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2026 from mid-May through mid-August. This position would primarily work from our office; however, there may be instances in which this position would be provided with flexible / hybrid work arrangements.

Out-of-state students are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for housing assistance.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Architecture (BSArch) or graduate student pursuing a Master of Architecture degree (MArch).
• Previous training or experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree emphasis on Environmental Design.
• Previous internship experience with an Architecture firm.
• Knowledge of construction methods, plan reading, and preparation of construction documentation.
• Knowledge of Lumion, Sketchup, and/or Adobe Suite.

$20 - $24 an hour. Final rate of compensation will be dependent upon your anticipated graduation date.

2026 Internship Program

TKDA's internship program is dedicated to the learning and networking experience for interns, with the hope that we can build a professional relationship that will last. We are committed to fostering a learning environment where you can apply your classroom knowledge in real ways. This program is a structured summer experience including formal software trainings, networking opportunities, mentorship relationships, social events, learning seminars, and much more!

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

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