Landscape Architect Design Intern - Summer 2025

Unclassified - New Orleans, LA

Full-time - Intern

New Orleans, LA

About the position

The Design Intern position at Waggonner & Ball, a Moffatt & Nichol Studio, offers an opportunity for students pursuing a professional degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Design to gain hands-on experience in an internationally respected urban planning and design firm. The intern will collaborate with Registered Architects and Landscape Architects on various projects across the United States, focusing on creating resilient landscapes and communities. This role emphasizes design excellence and involves working on all project phases, from conceptualization to construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and apply advanced architectural, landscape, and design methods for project assignments.
• Develop and prepare construction documents, plans, and details; execute red-marked revisions.
• Evaluate and integrate engineering systems and implement code, accessibility, and zoning analyses.
• Work independently and alongside the team to meet project constraints of budget and schedule.
• Develop project visualizations using 3D rendering software.
• Prepare and coordinate presentation and marketing materials.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and vendor assignments.
• Collaborate with Design Staff & Firm Leadership.

Requirements

• Seeking a professional degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Design, or related discipline.
• Commitment to Design Excellence.
• Interest in working at all scales of design, from regional systems to details, and all project phases.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Interest in completing ARE, LARE, LEED AP, or NCIQ exams.