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Kitchell · 2 months ago

Architectural Internship Summer 2026

San Diego, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$24/hr - $28/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Kitchell is a company that has been providing a wide range of services within the built environment since 1950. They are seeking interns for their Summer 2026 Internship Program, where selected candidates will gain hands-on project experience and mentorship while contributing to real projects in the construction industry.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstruction

Responsibilities

Support in preparing designs at the schematic, design development, construction document and approvals project phases at the direction of the Project Manager and Designer

Analyzes design and construction issues for solutions and/or incorporation

Assists Project Manager and Designer in administering construction contracts

Assists in design/constructability reviews

Assist with comments on architectural issues, including cost, design, and construction technology

Evaluates building and site conditions and prepares technical reports of investigations

Interprets applicable codes for compliance and applies this knowledge to documents prepared and/or reviewed to ascertain compliance with those codes, standards, and requirements

Assists in maintaining log of all revisions to standard drawings and specifications and manages the file containing current specifications and logs of all proposed changes to the standard documents

Assists in performing value engineering analysis and reviews

Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

RevitAutoCADArchitecture knowledgeAdobe Creative SuiteEffective communicationAnalytical thinkingTeam managementOrganization skillsAdaptability

Required

Must have the ability to report to the office full-time during the internship program

Not eligible for a remote or hybrid schedule

Support in preparing designs at the schematic, design development, construction document and approvals project phases at the direction of the Project Manager and Designer

Analyzes design and construction issues for solutions and/or incorporation

Assists Project Manager and Designer in administering construction contracts

Assists in design/constructability reviews

Assist with comments on architectural issues, including cost, design, and construction technology

Evaluates building and site conditions and prepares technical reports of investigations

Interprets applicable codes for compliance and applies this knowledge to documents prepared and/or reviewed to ascertain compliance with those codes, standards, and requirements

Assists in maintaining log of all revisions to standard drawings and specifications and manages the file containing current specifications and logs of all proposed changes to the standard documents

Assists in performing value engineering analysis and reviews

Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required

Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program from an accredited four-year college or university in Architecture or related field or equivalent experience is preferred

Knowledge of the architecture, engineering and construction management industry

Effective computer skills, including proficient use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Revit, Sketch Up, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and specialized software appropriate to professional qualification preferred

Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships

Effective organization skills, including the ability to prioritize and plan work. Ability to gather and interpret technical or abstract data to resolve extraordinarily difficult and uncommon problems

Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events

Ability to manage a team of professionals in the production of quality projects delivered on time and within budget

Ability to demonstrate the competencies of achieving results, initiative, communication, teamwork, and analytical thinking

Commitment to the values of Kitchell with attention to honesty and integrity, quality of work and customer satisfaction

Preferred

Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program from an accredited four-year college or university in Architecture or related field or equivalent experience is preferred