St. Louis Summer 2021 Internship - Architecture at BSA LifeStructures Inc. in St. Louis, Missouri

Job Description:

BSA LifeStructures is a well-established and leading Architecture and Engineering firm which specializes in Healthcare, Higher Education and Research Facility design. We are currently accepting applications for a Summer 2021 Architectural Intern for our St. Louis, MO location. If you are interested in joining a collaborative learning environment, please apply!  For serious consideration, please include a portfolio.

Position Purpose/Summary

This position is responsible for assisting with construction documents, rendering and research on design projects within the Architecture department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participation in the development of design ideas based on factors such as appealing appearance, design-function relationships, serviceability, and client specifications.


• Prepares working drawings from sketches and design specifications.


• Preparation of presentations and materials for clients.


• Participate in project design meetings to experience how multi-disciplinary teams collaborate on project design and delivery.


• Attend and participate in client meetings; visit construction sites on projects.


• May be required to perform other duties as assigned. 

Critical Skills and Abilities:

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  Effective communication skills:  Able to clearly present information through graphics and written word; reads and interprets complex information; listens well.


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  High accuracy and attention to detail:  Able to perform work and job function with precision and accuracy; realizes errors can have significant impact on desired results and is able to avoid errors in almost all circumstances; carefully monitors processes; concentrates on details and organizes and maintains a system of records.


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  Design:  Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail


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  Computer skills required: Microsoft Windows environment, Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Google: Mail, Calendar, Drive, Apps; AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Graphic Software: InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop.

BSA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Education

• Some college or better in Architecture

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