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Lerch Bates Inc. · 1 month ago

Intern - Architecture

Baltimore, MD

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $25/hr

Lerch Bates Inc. is a global multidisciplinary technical consultancy specializing in building lifecycle services. They are seeking a Building Envelope Consulting Intern to assist with design projects, field surveys, and project documentation while gaining hands-on experience in engineering and consulting.

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Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of design for New Construction Projects, Modernization Projects, Forensic Engineering Investigations, and more!

Participate in design project initiation meetings with Studio staff and other Consultants

Assist with defining design project scopes, schedules, and budgets

Assist with field surveys of existing buildings, focusing on gathering existing conditions information for our design work

Develop, refine, and correct technical drawing packages under the guidance of Design & Performance Studio staff, including drawing existing conditions, adapting standard details, and developing new details

Assist with Building Code analyses, including learning to interpret and apply code requirements to specific design projects

Assist with selecting appropriate products and materials for each unique design project, and learn about developing technical specifications

Collaborate with Design & Performance Studio staff and other Consultants on real-world design problems

Learn to manage time effectively

Learn the fundamentals of project cost tracking and invoicing

Learn to build and maintain relationships with clients, (internal and external), including effective communication skills

Perform necessary administrative tasks

Participate in reviewing learning modules

May produce a capstone presentation to discuss experience and learning as an Intern

Qualification

AutoCADBluebeamBuilding Code analysisMicrosoft OfficeProfessionalismTechnical communicationCritical thinkingAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Current enrollment in a technical Associate's or Bachelor's degree program such as engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field required; must complete sophomore year before internship start date

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Technical competency and an ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with co-workers

A practical understanding of building structures

Critical thinking skills, an innovative mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn

An ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization and be exposed to a variety of projects and processes

A high level of professionalism, flexibility and an ability to adapt in a changing, fast-paced environment working with internal coworkers

Professional verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization

Preferred

Experience in Bluebeam and AutoCAD preferred

Previous internship or work history in construction, engineering, or architectural firms (preferred)

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

401(k) with up to 6% employer match!

Paid Company Holidays

Exceptional company culture

Employee resource groups

Team building and networking activities

And more!

Company

Lerch Bates Inc.

Lerch Bates is the global multidisciplinary technical consultancy saving time and money for those designing, modernizing, investigating, or managing buildings.

Founded in 1947