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Internships will be posted as they are received.

An internship is required for all students in landscape architecture who are pursuing a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) degree. The internship is offered for three units of credit on a Credit/No Credit basis under LA 371. To learn more about internship requirements, click here.

Posted 5-10-12 Remove 6-1-12

Thomas Balsley Associates, NYC

Thomas Balsley Associates is a Landscape Architecture/Planning/Urban Design firm located in New York City. The firm regularly seeks talented and motivated students for internship opportunities at their office. The firm has over 35 years experience with domestic and international work ranging from master plans and urban plazas to small urban spaces, garden design, sculpture and urban furniture. Tom Balsley believes strongly in reinforcing education through professional experience. It is the firm's hope that, through their internship program, they can continue this tradition.

Thomas Balsley Associates is offering a full-time paid internship for the Fall 2012 term to a student with outstanding design and technical skills with an emphasis on computer presentation graphics.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of their work in .pdf format to jim@tbany.com by May 31, 2012.

Posted 5-8-12

Parks and Recreation Department, Houston TX

The City of Houston Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an intern for an unpaid position for Summer 2012 with its Facilities Management and Development Division's Planning Section. The individual in this position will assist in projects ranging from the second phase of the Parks Master Plan, Department's reaccreditation, to cataloging and filing of department files. There will also be opportunities to participate in project final walk-throughs and attendance at Local Government and community meetings.

Requirements:

For more information, contact Renissa Garza Montalvo / 832-395-7037.

Posted 5-8-12

Kimley-Horn, Reston VA

Kimley-Horn is seeking a summer intern to work in a collaborative design atmosphere in their Northern Virginia office. Landscape Architect interns are responsible for managing project tasks, drafting plans, and preparing presentation graphics for a diverse range of projects that include parks, streetscapes, commercial mixed-use, and single/multi-family residential projects.

Requirements:

Desirable:

The firm is looking for individuals with the following traits: highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial, leadership potential, team players, strong people and communication skills, sense of urgency, and commitment to producing high quality work.

To apply online, click here.

Posted 5-8-12

Wetlands Studies and Solutions, Gainesville VA

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., in Gainesville, Virginia, is seeking a student or recent graduate with an interest in Low Impact Development (LID), wetlands restoration, and stream restoration for a paid summer internship that could lead to full time employment. The immediate focus for this position will be to provide renderings of various LID, wetlands and stream projects under design. Future work could involve landscape architecture of such projects and related human amenities (trails, seating areas, amphitheaters, and bridges, etc.). Internship benefits include full gym at the office, dog kennel, community garden and LEED Gold-certified office facility featuring an LID site.

Position requires high proficiency in rendering (hand and computer-aided) and AutoCAD. Applicants must have at least three years progress toward a degree in landscape architecture.

Provide resume, transcript and portfolio to Susanna Headly.

Posted 5-3-12

Van Atta Associates, Santa Barbara

Van Atta Associates is currently accepting resumes for a Landscape Architecture internship for summer 2012. Students must have a minimum of 2 years' progress toward a Landscape Architecture or Architecture degree from an accredited program. Van Atta Associates is an award-winning, internationally recognized landscape architecture firm based in Santa Barbara, CA. The firm provides environmental innovation by creating beautiful and sustainable landscape architecture for forward-thinking clients. The firm offers landscape design for parks and open spaces, destinations, commercial buildings and private residences. For more information and to apply, contact Jocelyn Christie at 805-730-7444 / jocelyn@va-la.com.

Posted 5-1-12

KenKay Associates, San Francisco

LADAC member Jason Victor has advised the department that his firm, KenKay Associates, will likely have a summer 2012 internship opportunity available.

For more information regarding how to apply, please email Jason.

Posted 5-1-12

Quadriga, Sacramento

Quadriga is seeking a self-motivated entry-level professional to serve as an intern in their Sacramento office. Candidates will need a basic understanding of the landscape architecture profession, organizational talents, and strong AutoCAD drafting skills.

The term of the internship will be from approximately June 19 to September 1, 2012. The intern will be a temporary employee, working between 8 and 12 hours a week, and is expected to work in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays. Hourly pay will be commensurate with experience.

Some of the tasks identified for this term include:

Quadriga has offices in northern California and serves clients throughout the state. The firm specializes in innovative, functional design solutions for public sector, institutional, commercial, residential and environmental projects. Quadriga applies a collaborative approach to respond to the opportunities and challenges presented by their client's circumstances and the site's particular landscape character. Their success is based on design excellence, environmental viability, and client satisfaction.

Quadriga attempts to create a studio environment where creativity, productivity, civility and fun find a healthy balance. To that end, the firm seeks out professionals eager to learn and who are not opposed to sharing responsibilities answering phones or taking out the trash.

Send inquiries/resume to Cindy Nolan.

Posted 5-1-12

Terrain Studio, San Francisco

Terrain Studio is a design firm located in downtown San Francisco, CA providing services in landscape architecture design, urban design, and planning. The firm works internationally on multiple types and scales of projects. As business grows, the firm is now looking for entry level landscape architecture interns to join the team and participate in active design processes. Interns will work with and be trained by experienced professionals. Hourly rate depends on personal experience and skills. AutoCAD and Photoshop skills are musts. SketchUp skill is a plus. It's ideal if the intern can start ASAP. Interns with good performance have opportunities to transfer to full-time status.

To apply, email your resume and portfolio/sample work up to 10MB to Yan Mei. Preferred candidates will be scheduled with an office visit/interview. Open until filled; interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Posted 4-25-12

Tahoe Conservation District, South Lake Tahoe

The Tahoe Resource Conservation District has a seasonal full-time position available for a Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden Conservation Technician. The location is South Lake Tahoe, CA. The salary range is $11.14 - $12.41 per hour. The duration is May 1 - October 15 (dates are weather and/or workload dependent).

Position Background:

This position provides an opportunity to become a leader in sustainable landscaping through a demanding and rewarding program. Technicians are challenged to design, install and maintain existing garden areas and engage the Lake Tahoe community with environmental education and outreach. The Technician will have the opportunity to coordinate with numerous government agencies, community groups, youth and volunteers organizing projects, scheduling work and overseeing garden improvements. The Technician will work in coordination with a Lake Tahoe Community College student intern, College staff, and Tahoe RCD staff.

The primary work sites are the Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden at Lake Tahoe Community College and the Angora Community Demonstration Garden in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Additional tasks will be carried out at the Tahoe Resource Conservation District office and at assigned Tahoe, California locations. The gardens demonstrate conservation landscaping practices by promoting the use of water efficient irrigation, native and adapted plants, defensible space, composting, vegetable gardening, water efficient landscaping and erosion control practices while providing a public venue for events, inspiration and education.

The Lake Tahoe Basin is very sensitive and construction is highly regulated to protect water clarity and the natural ecosystems. Numerous agencies and private companies work together to develop programs and manage development in the Basin to reduce the impact of human activities. The Demonstration Gardens are key avenues to helping the public become aware of sustainable design and landscaping practices.

The Technicians are directed by the Tahoe Resource Conservation District with the support of Brett T. Long, Landscape Architect.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work safely and cooperatively in a group setting under a variety of working conditions

• Ability to perform manual labor in rough terrain, lift heavy objects, and work for extended periods of time in various weather conditions

• Capable of physical labor on a daily basis

• Ability to work independently, with others and self-motivate

• Previous field experience in landscape construction, landscape maintenance or related field

• Ability to communicate and engage the public on Tahoe specific conservation landscaping principles and practices with visitors

• Project development , leadership and follow through

• Polished public speaking and communication skills

• Proficiency in writing and MS Office Suite

• Responsibility for own food, lodging, and transportation

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License with clean driving record

Desirable Qualifications:

• Graduated, currently enrolled or graduating from an accredited Bachelor of Science program in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture or related degree

• Excellent digital (AutoCAD, Adobe Design Suite proficient) and hand graphic capabilities

Job Duties:

This is a labor-intensive and physically demanding position. Working as an integral member the Tahoe Resource Conservation District, applicants must demonstrate their ability to work as a professional, mature team member in physically demanding situations. Daily duties will vary depending on need and may include: landscape construction and maintenance; landscape design, development and implementation; irrigation design, installation and repair; plant material installation and care; maintenance of and distribution of plant nursery material; interpretive material design, development and production; hosting and/or leading presentations and workshops; coordinating and implementing volunteer and community work events; creating and fostering partnerships with collaborating agencies on project development and implementation; participation in Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden Advisory Committee and Tahoe RCD meetings and projects; staffing information tables at local community events; leading garden tours; and other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

Submit a cover letter explaining your and qualifications for this position, along with a current resume, to Jennifer Cressy, jcressy@tahoercd.org. Submittal via e-mail is preferred. Hard copies may be sent to: Tahoe Resource Conservation District, 870 Emerald Bay RD, Suite 108 South Lake Tahoe, California 96150.

Contact Person: Jen Cressy, Environmental Scientist, (530) 543-1501 ext 107, jcressy@tahoercd.org.

Please Note: The Tahoe RCD does not provide housing or transportation. Employee will be responsible for securing housing in the South Lake Tahoe area and having dependable transportation to and from job site. Length of season may be modified due to inclement weather and/or workload demands. All positions are contingent upon funding.

Final Filing Date: Open until filled Interviews: will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Starting date: May 1, 2012.

Posted 4-24-12 Revised 4-25-12

Firma Design Group, Petaluma

Program alum Steve Kovanis (class of 2008-09) has informed the department that Firma Design Group - a small firm located in Petaluma, CA, with licensed Civil Engineers and a Landscape Architect, Mike Cook, who is also a Cal Poly alum (class of 2000-01) - has a summer internship opportunity available. AutoCAD skills are a must.

Interested students should email Steve a resume and a single PDF up to 10 MB with work examples, both hand and computer graphics, at steve@firmadesigngroup.com.

Posted 4-9-12 Remove May 26, 2012

EDSA, Fort Lauderdale/Orlando/Baltimore

EDSA has announced its Fall 2012 internship program (August 20 - December 14, 2012). The firm is currently seeking potential candidates. The internship program stimulates students to develop their team building and creative problem solving skills, preparing students for life after school in a professional environment. EDSA sponsors a one-week charette which challenges students to quickly learn how to work together to find a solution for a real client project. Following the charette, students progress to to one of EDSA's studios located in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, or Baltimore for additional training.

To apply, include one (1) PDF document with the following information by May 25, 2012:

Additional work samples can be included along with those listed above. Please specify which internship you are applying for. The file must be less than 10 MB and submitted to staffing@edsaplan.com or uploaded to http:dropbox.yousendit.com/Apply.

If you would like to send a hard copy application to accompany your PDF document please send it to: EDSA Intern Coordinator, 1512 East Broward Boulevard, Suite 110, Fort Lauderdale, FL 3330l. Tel: 954.524.3330 / staffing@edsaplan.com.

Posted 4-3-12

Land F/X, San Luis Obispo

Land F/X is offering a Spring/Summer paid internship - which could move into a part- or full-time job position - for a Cal Poly student. Must have knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp. The hours of the internship are flexible; the intern can come in and out of the office as needed throughout the work week Monday through Friday 7 am - 5:30 pm.

Skills required and job duties will include:

We require that applicants have a basic knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp with regard to block and symbol creation. One need not be an expert; the firm will properly train and fine tune the right person.

Perks include: a fun working environment, dedicated work area with a window view, flexible work hours, experience when you graduate, paid lunch every Thursday, and the possibility this internship will turn into a part- or full-time job.

If interested, please send your resume to Katie Grainger, at Katie@landfx.com. Please also send in an example of a CAD symbol and SketchUp 3-D symbol that you have created (can be a tree, bench, table, anything).

Posted 4-3-12

Landsystems Landscapes, Redwood City

Lupe Monroy (alum, 2008) has informed the department that Landsystems Landscapes has opened a position for an intern. Landsystems Landscapes is a full service landscaping design/build company with over 25 years of experience. The firm is looking for someone who can work in a team environment and is up for a challenge. Every day in Landsystems will provide a variety of experiences: meeting clients, marketing, designing, site surveying, construction drawings, pulling building permits and field trips. If interested please e-mail your resume and portfolio to Lupe at: lupem@lsls.net.

Posted 4-2-12

DeNova Homes, Concord

DeNova Homes in Concord, CA is looking for a summer intern to fill the role of Assistant Project Manager. The role of the Assistant Project Manager is to aid the Forward Planning Department with tasks necessary to usher proposed and active projects efficiently through the land development and construction process. Projects include apartments, single family home tracts and commercial developments.

Tasks include preparation of financial projections, market research, management of design consultants in the fields of architecture and engineering, CEQA document preparation, land use regulation research, entitlement and permit processing. The Assistant Project Manager will coordinate project tasks with the Accounting, Marketing and Construction Departments.

As Assistant Project Manager, one will have the opportunity to experience the entire development spectrum including land acquisition, permitting, construction, and home sales. The Assistant Project Manager will work in the office and in the field to coordinate projects throughout the Bay Area.

DeNova Home’s Team Members Must:

If interested, contact Trent Sanson at (925) 382-0245 or trentsanson@msn.com. Trent is a City and Regional Planning major and Vice President of the SLO Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity.

Posted 3-15-12

Internships on ASLA's JobLink

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is offering a special JobLink summer internship promotion to its members. During the months of February, March, and April 2012, ASLA members may post one free intern position per firm, agency, or organization. To search for internship opportunities, go to ASLA's JobLink, click on Search Jobs, then, under Career Category, click on Internship and press the Search button. Opportunities are posted daily.

Posted 3-5-12

Fortini Landscapes, San Luis Obispo, CA

Fortini Landscapes of San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a self-starting, ambitious individual for an unpaid internship with this award-winning design-build landscape construction company. Duties will be concentrated in the office but may include site analysis, CAD Base Preparation, presentation layout, organizing client information, general office organization, errands, and light construction yard and nursery tasks. Fortini Landscapes prefers a 4th or 5th year student. This is a part-time internship - approximately 5-10 hours per week.

The intern will report to a Project Manager and will assist with the aforementioned tasks. A working knowledge of Auto-CAD, Word, and Excel are required. This position requires working knowledge of Mediterranean plant materials as well as basic construction methods.

Interested students should contact Ryan Fortini at: rfortini@gmail.com.

Posted 2-9-12

Off-Ramps to Parks Foundation

The Off-Ramps to Parks Foundation (ORTPF) is a newly formed private foundation with a 6-member board of directors with a mission to design, build and maintain healing gardens with spaces for exercise and meditation on public land. Sketches are available for the Foundation's first garden at the NW quadrant of the intersection of Ocean Avenue in San Francisco and I-280 next to San Francisco City College.

An intern is needed to work with Michael Somers, president, to create formal drawings suitable to submit to CalTrans as part of the Foundation's Encroachment Permit Application process. ORTPF has developed a drought-resistant plant list. Candidates need to be CAD proficient.

The internship is a non-paid position with no promise of employment with the Foundation, and runs from February through June 2012.

For more information contact Michael Somers at 415-235-2065 or email mpsomers@comcast.net or michaelpsomers@gmail.com.

Posted 1-23-12

Smithsonian Gardens, Washington, D.C.

Smithsonian Gardens is offering summer internship opportunities for 2012. The Smithsonian Gardens (SG) designs, manages, and maintains the gardens and grounds of the many Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C., which attract over 20 million visitors each year. SG also develops horticulture displays and exhibitions for exterior and interior museum spaces. The Smithsonian gardens and grounds serve as "outdoor" museums designed to complement the buildings they border and to enhance the overall visitor experience of learning, appreciation, and enjoyment.

Numerous SG internship opportunities are available throughout the year in the following disciplines:

Internship Details:

To learn more about SG internship opportunities, click here.

How to Apply:

To apply, applicants must submit an application on-line at https://solaa.si.edu. On SOLAA, you can locate Smithsonian Gardens' internship application under the Office/Museum/Research Center: Office of Facilities Engineering and Operations. Next, under "Program that you wish to apply for:" select either "Horticulture Services Division Internship Program" or "Smithsonian Gardens Internship Program." You only need to submit one application for full consideration.

Requirements for applying to the Smithsonian Gardens' intern program:

Summer internship applications were due February 1, 2012.

For additional information, contact: Smithsonian Gardens, POB 37012, Capital Gallery, Suite 3300, MRC 506, Washington, DC 20013-7012. Telephone: 202-633-5840/email: gardens@si.edu.

Posted 1-17-12

Office of Surface Mining/AmeriCorps VISTA Program

The Office of Surface Mining (OSM) is part of an innovative partnership with nonprofit community improvement organizations and the AmeriCorps VISTA program to provide summer internships for Landscape Architecture capstone students serving in watershed or community groups. In summer 2011, OSM placed three Landscape Architecture students with such groups. To read a brief summary of what was accomplished as well as more background on the program, click here. Interested students should email T. Allan Comp at tcomp@osmre.gov or call him at 202-208-2836.

Posted 1-17-12

Kounkuey Design Initiative, Nairobi, Kenya

Kounkuey Design Initiative (KDI) is an international partnership specializing in the practices of architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, and urban planning. KDI is rooted in participatory design and planning. KDI partners with residents of impoverished areas to create low-cost, high-impact built environments -- "productive public spaces." By working collaboratively with communities from conception through implementation, KDI builds on their ideas, enhances them with technical knowledge and design innovation, and connects them to extant resources.

Since 2006, KDI has been working in Kibera, Nairobi. Kibera is the largest informal settlement in Sub-Saharan Africa. Home to up to one million residents in 13 villages, it occupies a space two kilometers from downtown Nairobi that is two-thirds the size of New York City's Central Park. Kibera has no formal trash collection system or dumping site and only one toilet per 250 people. Most families live on one dollar a day and unemployment is over 50 percent.

KDI now has two completely constructed and operating "productive public spaces" in Kibera and one more in construction. KDI will be rolling out three additional projects in 2012. These projects will give the unique opportunity for a graduate or undergraduate student in architecture, landscape architecture, or engineering to actively participate in a participatory design process and, in collaboration with a community, design a "productive public space" that will be built. The selected student will also learn to engage the community in a participatory design process. Tasks will include surveying the site, holding community design workshops, site and landscape planning/design, architectural design and document preparation.

Qualifications:

- current graduate or undergraduate student in architecture, landscape architecture, or engineering.

- ability to crate all aspects of site drawings from site plans to construction drawings.

- excellent understanding of participatory design principles.

- commitment to sustainable design.

- understanding of watershed issues.

- experience working with low-income communities in a developing country.

- understanding of how things are built - construction experience a plus.

Although these are unpaid positions, KDI is able to provide the intern with lodging and may be able to assist the intern in finding outside funding. To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and portfolio describing your particular area of interest and relevant skill sets to Jessica Bremner at jessica@kounkey.org.

Posted 1-17-12

Sage Ecological Landscapes, Los Osos

Program alum Sara Bendrick (2010) has informed the department that Sage Ecological Landscapes in Los Osos, CA is looking for an unpaid intern for their upcoming Spring 2012 busy season. Sage prefers upper division LA students with basic Auto-CAD knowledge; Land FX knowledge is desired but not required. This is a part-time internship with a schedule ranging anywhere from 8 to 20 hours per week. Interested students should contact Sara at sara@sagelandscapes.net.