What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Co-Op - Architecture position at gensler?
Your Role
As a Gensler architectural co-op student, you will collaborate with the project team to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture and support your education.
What You Will Do
- Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production
- Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
- Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
- Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
Your Qualifications
- Completed 3 years of a Bachelor of Architecture degree or 1st year of a Master of Architecture degree
- Must be available to work full-time on business days of the week
- Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software: Revit, Octane, 3dViz, 3ds MAX, and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper, a plus
How to Apply
Candidates must include a portfolio, resume and cover letter to be considered.