Summer 2027 Internship Landscape Design

Job Description:

Pape-Dawson is seeking a paid Landscape Design Intern to join our Landscape Architecture group based in our Orlando FL office. This internship will focus on learning the ins and outs of Landscape Architecture within a multi-disciplinary firm with professional development at the forefront of our internal curriculum. Working in tandem with our surveyors and engineers allows for seamless design process learning opportunities and a better product for both our clients and the users of the spaces we create.

The ideal candidate is creative collaborative and has a passion for designing places that are authentic innovative and functional. The position will work on a broad range of projects including master-planned communities parks green infrastructure retail detailed urban spaces mixed use spaces civic centers

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of design concepts schematic design cost estimates and code analysis and presentation as assigned

• Develop design concepts by hand graphics and computer graphic programs including SketchUp Lumion AutoCAD and Adobe Suite

• Maintain project communications and information

• Prepare designs previously originated or refine and develop sketches provided by others

• Learn to read and understand construction drawings digital mapping and other related documentation

• Additional related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field from an accredited program

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and interest or foundational experience in AutoCAD SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite

• Knowledge of construction techniques plant materials and sustainable design practices is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication skills both written and verbal

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need please contact our team at or call .

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.