Intern - Planning Landscape Architecture

WHAT THE LJA INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE HAS TO OFFER

Our Summer Internship Program runs from mid-May through the first week of August and is a fully in-person experience, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. As an LJA intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to real-world projects. You'll be integrated into a team, take on meaningful assignments, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to launch your career.

INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on project experience and design support
• Site visits and field exposure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Professional development and communication training
• Lunch & Learn sessions across multiple disciplines
• Career development panels and networking opportunities
• Volunteer activities and intern events

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As an Intern at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for supporting the design team in the preparation of planning and design documents across a diverse range of project types and scales. Working under the guidance of Project Managers, you will contribute to presentations, site plans, feasibility studies, and master planning efforts while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative, team-based environment. This role offers exposure to commercial, mixed-use, industrial, residential, and urban redevelopment projects.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Assisting the design team in preparing design presentations, feasibility studies, master plans, concept plans, lotting studies, and calculated base files.
• Conducting research on planning trends, zoning codes, and jurisdictional ordinances to support project development.
• Visiting project sites to photograph existing conditions, collecting data, observe construction progress, and assisting in preparing reports.
• Supporting the filing of plans with various jurisdictions and agencies.
• Collaborating with team members to meet project deadlines and produce high-quality deliverables.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a BA or BS in Architecture, Planning, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, or a related field.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Strong desire to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and graphic presentation skills.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and demonstrate progressive improvement.
• Knowledge of graphical representation techniques and presentation development.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp, Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Community Impact: Company-driven volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Professional growth through hands-on experience and a structured mentorship program.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and team engagement opportunities, etc.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Hours worked during your internship are applied to your ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

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