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Architectural Associate Entry Level
Job Location:
Job Location:
Champaign, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 60000 - 74000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
23 September 2026 (7 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
21 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
FarnsworthGroupis seeking an Architectural Associate Entry Level in the below posting this role you will assist Project Managers by completing project design solutions for a wide variety of public and private sector projects. The position provides design support using a variety of graphics software and media learning to prepare construction documents beginning to learn client relations and engaging in all aspects of the design process. As an Architectural Associate you will receive a well-rounded AXP experience for NCARB.
Posting Location: Champaign IL
What Youll Do:
- Visit project sites to review and document existing conditions
- Supports preparation of creative and innovative design ideas concepts and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
- Provides design support under supervision for schematic design design development and construction documents.
- Assists in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas.
- Uses a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized timely and consistent way.
- Self-checks work for accuracy omissions legibility and compile data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
- Provides support to tasks within project teams
- Keeps open communication within team and with project managers.
- Assists with coordination among partners and consultants.
What Youll Need:
- Masters Degree in Architecture preferred; Bachelors Degree in Architecture required; degree must be from an accredited university
- 0-2 years of professional experience
- Experience with Adobe Creative suite Enscape Lumion and Microsoft Office preferred
- Proficient use of Revit
- Problem-solving skills attention to detail and motivation to learn and be curious about design
- Ability to collaborate with team members and follow instructions
- Interest in completing the ARE exams
Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years weve been certified as a Great Place to Work and our engineers architects surveyors and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the worlds largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion creativity and commitment to excellence. Here youll find a supportive culture that champions your growth embraces challenges values work-life balance and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certificationthanks to our employees! Each year our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization measuring perceptions of credibility respect pride fairness and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nations leading companies and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Groupappreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Companys culture and success.
Salary Range: $60000-$74000(Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit hire develop retain and promote a diverse group of people. Join usand lets make a difference together.
Farnsworth Group Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Farnsworth Group is a national engineering and architecture firm with 500 professionals who are passionate about solutions that move our clients forward.
