Internships

2023 Summer Design Internship

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Nelson Byrd Woltz is accepting applications for Landscape Architecture Interns in our Charlottesville, VA and New York, NY offices. Interns will get to work with a variety of our staff, while working on real projects that will help them grow in their knowledge and experience.

Intern Duties/Responsibilities: Interns will assist the Design and Communications staff with a variety of projects. Assignments will include the following:

Prepare CAD drawings, reports and project correspondence
Conduct project research
Work on communications initiatives
Organize project images
Assist in day-to-day project-related assignments including model production, presentation drawings/graphics, diagrams, etc.

Educational Requirements: Internship is best suited for students or recent graduates with knowledge/experience in landscape architecture/design, horticulture, architecture, planning or environmental sciences.

Skills, Training or Qualifications: Knowledge and intermediate proficiency in the following computer programs:

CAD software (AutoCad latest version)
Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)
3-D Software (Rhino, Sketchup)
Microsoft Office Suite Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Time Commitment:

Approximately 12 weeks between May and August; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Benefits Available to Intern:

Contribute to the design of a variety of projects (typology, scale)
Participate in a design process that is highly collaborative
Understand the many facets of landscape architecture practice through work
Apply skills and knowledge gained in the classroom in the creation of implementable designs
Become part of a network of professionals who are dedicated to creating positive impact in the world through design
Stipend

Application Deadline:

Applications are due by February 15th; selection by March 30th.

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Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects is a Equal Opportunity Employer, providing opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

2023 Summer Research & Communications Internship

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Nelson Byrd Woltz is accepting applications for a research & communication intern in our Charlottesville, VA or New York, NY office. The research and communications intern supports the communications team in managing firm communications, consisting of marketing output, outreach, contracts, proposals, press and public relations, website management, award submissions, book promotion, and crafting the future of NBW communications.

Intern Duties/Responsibilities: Interns will assist the Design and Communications staff with a variety of projects. Assignments will include the following:

Aid in all communication whether internal or external to ensure clear articulation of firm goals and mission as well as smooth and clear communication between staff and offices.
Perform research work in archives, through interviews, online as relating to project work, lectures, and outreach.
Gather and analyze data.
Prepare:
- Articles
- Reports
- Presentations
- Literature reviews
Assist with:
- Academic research
- Editing and preparation of manuscripts
Engage all staff, especially designers, in order to understand the many firm projects and their involvement in them.
With the Graphic Designer, review all outgoing submissions to clients, press, etc.
Ensure consistency and accuracy in format, language, and graphic design of all NBW output, including website and promotional materials.
Work with design staff in the production of presentation material. Involve staff as appropriate.
Assist with proposal submissions, track flow, initiatives, process, and submission.
Assist with press requests. Manage tasks with PR firms (EHKPR and DPWPR) and interface with Principal, and occasionally project managers. Provide material and consistency of message with PR firms.
Conceptualize and gather material for future publications, web presentations, videos, etc. Ensure thematic consistency in this process.
Special considering will be given to those with proficiency in the following programs:
- Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Rhino, Lumion, Blender, ArcGIS
Potential summer projects include:
- Visual and narrative asset management and flows
- Creation of visual documents (book/video/web) on:
  - Interpretive and Wayfinding design
  - Ecological and large-scale planning
  - Cultural and ecological mapping

Skills, Training or Qualifications:

Excellent research skills
Strong writing skills (submit 2 writing samples)
Deep understanding of landscape architecture from theory to history to contemporary practice.
Excellent collaborative and team skills
Responsive to critiques and feedback from managers, peers and admin staff
Demonstrate excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Show willingness to take on assignments and challenges
Function as a dependable, cooperative, and effective team player
Display professionalism in all communication and interactions (phone calls, face-to-face meetings, e-mails and other written correspondence)
Responsible for output and actions
Show commitment to company values, goals and mission
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in Adobe Suite

Time Commitment:

Approximately 12 weeks between May and August; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Application Deadline:

Applications are due by February 15th; selection by March 30th.

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