Job Description

Short Description:

Bowman has an opportunity for a Planning & Landscape Architecture Intern to join our team in San Diego, CA. 

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Overview:

An introduction to the field of planning and landscape architecture through direct work experience.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Interact with multiple departments and peers within the organization and participate in intern program learning and development opportunities.

Do the Work

• Aid in the design and preparation of plans, renderings, and construction documents.
• Assist in the execution of landscape architectural design processes including planting and irrigation design.
• Prepare site analyses and layout studies, constructions grading, and site details.
• Provide support to staff members as needed.

Success Metrics and Competencies:

• Willingness and eagerness to learn.
• Self-starter with the tenacity to seek out resources to further knowledge and experience.
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication with all levels, both internal and external.
• Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Have a sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Be results oriented, with a strong work ethic and commitment to perfection.
• Promote the reputation of the company through the technical quality of the work.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up, Rhino, or similar rending software.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; LandFX preferred.
• Strong freehand illustration + rendering skills preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $21.00/hr - $25.00/hr and may include a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Description Disclaimer:

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com .

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Outdoor,

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