Intern - City Design

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.  We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration.  Together we can achieve great things.

Success at SOM Means 

• Ideas:  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.  We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.  

• Knowledge:  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.  We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. 

• Product:  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. 

• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work.  Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration.  A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. 

• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Desired skills and expertise

• Current student in an accredited bachelor’s program or master’s degree program in urban design, architecture or related field of study.

• Some experience in the urban design or architectural profession or associated arts.

• Demonstrated general interest and limited knowledge of urban design and planning, urban history and theory, planning and environmental law, and private and public development.

• Strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills as demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.

• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

For more about SOM: www.som.com