Summer Architectural Intern – St. Louis
At Oculus Inc., our people are trusted contributors to meaningful work from day one. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where emerging professionals can learn, grow, and gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of project types, while working alongside experienced architects, designers, and project managers.
Oculus Inc. is seeking a Summer Architectural Interns who will act as Design and Production Support team members to assist architectural and interior design project teams. This role is ideal for college students pursuing a degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture who are interested in gaining practical experience in professional practice, design production, and project delivery.
Background:
- College student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture
- Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit is essential; fluency in Revit modeling or family creation is a significant advantage
- Working knowledge of other software tools such as 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft SharePoint
- Team-oriented attitude with strong collaboration skills
- Interest in sustainability and/or LEED certification
- Willingness to learn new skills and work flexibly across assignments as needed
- Ability to interpret space needs and program data and translate them into workable floor plans
- Interest in or relevant exposure to healthcare, government, commercial, retail, or interior architecture projects
- Ability to organize tasks, set priorities, and manage personal time effectively
General
- Provides design and production support to architectural and interior design project teams.
- Assists with plotting, printing, and assembling drawing sets.
- Supports field surveying efforts and documentation of existing conditions.
- Assists architectural, interior design, and marketing staff with project-related tasks.
- Performs general project, library, and office administrative functions as needed.
- Utilizes advanced technology and information tools deployed throughout the firm.
- Supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) and object-based design workflows.
- Some flexibility in work hours may be required based on project needs.
Staff Development
- Works under the guidance of job captains, project managers, and senior staff.
- Receives mentoring and exposure to professional practice, documentation standards, and office workflows.
- Builds technical, organizational, and collaborative skills through hands-on project involvement.
- Actively seeks feedback and applies lessons learned to improve performance.
Projects
- Assists project teams on healthcare, government, and commercial projects of varying types and scales.
- Supports the development of drawings and documents across multiple phases of design.
- Helps translate program requirements and design concepts into clear, organized documentation.
- Coordinates with team members to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
- Supports QA/QC efforts by maintaining organized files and accurate documentation under supervision.
About Oculus Inc.
Oculus Inc. delivers comprehensive architecture, interior design, planning and move management services with a driving aesthetic to Connect | Shape | Move people, experiences, sensibilities, and spaces. Oculus creates high-performance design that supports change and promotes value for clients in the commercial, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, retail, restaurant, and workplace industries. Oculus is WBE-certified and is regularly cited in top industry rankings for architecture and design. Oculusinc.com.
Please provide a sample design portfolio or a link to your online portfolio with your résumé.