Entry Level Architecture Designer

Industry

Cities & Places

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical infrastructure, building, and environmental challenges. As an Entry-Level Architectural Designer, you'll play a meaningful role in shaping the spaces where people live, work, learn, and thrive.

Working alongside experienced architects, designers, and multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of innovative facilities for clients across a variety of markets. From early conceptual development through detailed design documentation, you'll gain hands-on experience creating architectural solutions that balance functionality, sustainability, and creativity.

In this role, you'll support the development of building designs, construction documents, renderings, and 3D models using industry-leading tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other design visualization software. You'll collaborate with project teams to transform ideas into thoughtfully designed environments while expanding your technical and professional skills through mentorship and real-world project experience.

At Jacobs, you'll be empowered to bring fresh ideas, curiosity, and creativity to every project. We foster a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and innovation, giving you the opportunity to build a strong foundation for your architectural career while making a lasting impact on communities around the world.

As part of our commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes, you'll partner with our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams, leveraging the combined expertise of professionals across the globe. Together, we'll harness digital technologies, integrated design practices, and collaborative problem-solving to deliver projects that make a difference today and for generations to come.

Join Jacobs and launch your career with a team that will inspire, support, and challenge you to do your best work while helping design the future of our built environment.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with architectural design, planning, and production of construction documents.
• Developing 2D drawings, 3D models, renderings, and presentation materials.
• Supporting site evaluations, design studies, and project coordination activities.
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other design professionals across multidisciplinary teams.
• Utilizing BIM technologies and industry-standard software to develop project deliverables.
• Participating in design reviews and incorporating feedback into project solutions.
• Supporting sustainable and resilient design initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, you'll also have

• Active Candidate for NCARB's AXP Program
• 3.0 GPA
• Strong architectural design and graphic skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within the team as well as independently
• Knowledge of and/or proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Rhinoceros, Grasshopper and Photoshop.
• Experience with performance modeling software, such as Ladybug, Honeybee, Energy Plus and WUFI.
• Experience with rendering software -e.g. V-Ray, Enscape, - and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• A previous internship , or professional work experience related to your field of study
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills
• A portfolio of applicable recent design work

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

62,500.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

94,600.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $62,500.00 to $94,600.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

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