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Architectural Intern / Architectural Designer (Recent Graduate)

Detailed description of position:

Location: Fort Worth

Type: Full-Time or part-time

A small, boutique architecture firm in Fort Worth is seeking an Architectural Intern or recent graduate to join our team. This position offers extensive hands-on experience across all phases of a project—from concept design through construction administration—within a highly collaborative, small-firm environment.

You will work directly with and be mentored by the firm owner, an architect with over 30 years of professional experience, gaining meaningful responsibility and exposure early in your career.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assisting with design development and construction documents
  • Supporting client meetings and consultant coordination
  • Participating in site visits and construction administration
  • Researching materials, codes, and building systems

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (recent graduate or current intern)
  • Proficiency in Revit + AutoCAD
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Interest in professional licensure preferred
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate seeking broad project experience and close mentorship in a personalized practice setting.

To Apply: Submit resume and portfolio (PDF) for consideration to ryan.mcguire@m3studio.works

Contact Information:

Name of company: M3 Studio

Contact name: Ryan McGuire

Contact email: ryan.mcguire@m3studio.works

Listing expires: May 30, 2026


Student Architectural Intern (Summer)

Detailed description of position:

DNA Workshop’s Student Internship Program is a competitive, immersive experience designed to accelerate professional growth for emerging designers. Interns are fully integrated into project teams and gain real-world experience across multifamily, affordable housing, historic rehabilitation, and hospitality work.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced program built for students who are curious, motivated, and ready to learn how a professional design firm actually operates.

For more information and to apply: https://dna-workshop.com/about/student-internships/

Contact information:

Name of company: DNA Workshop

Contact name: Amanda Carlin

Contact email: amanda@dna-workshop.com

Contact phone: (985) 774-0210

Listing expires: May 01, 2026


Production Intern

Detailed description of position:

Job Title: Production Intern

Time Requirements: 40 hours per week, extending as necessary to fulfill project requirements

Position Summary:

Support the design and documentation processes. Work on multiple projects under the direct supervision of a Project Manager and the Firm Principal, from whom he/she will receive project directions and feedback.

Responsibilities:

  • Model and drawing production
  • Product and code research
  • Field analysis of building sites
  • Support of construction phase services

Qualifications:

  • Professional degree in Architecture
  • 2-5 years of experience in an architectural office
  • A desire to become a Registered Architect
  • Skilled in producing documents with Autodesk Revit
  • A well-spoken communicator, with a professional appearance
  • Strong work ethic

About C&F Architects:

Callahan & Freeman Architects is a small firm serving several markets including municipal, commercial, religious, and industrial sectors. Our office is located in Kennedale, Texas; centrally located on the south side of the Metroplex. C&F offers health insurance and generous holidays and paid time off. The staff shares a family environment.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume to Alan Hucaby at ahucaby@cfarchitects.com . Visit https://cfarchitects.com/ for more information about our company.

Director Historic Preservation (Department Planning & Preservation)

Detailed description of position:

Lexington is proud of its rich and diverse heritage, recognized at both the local and national levels. The Department of Planning and Preservation is seeking a Director of Historic Preservation to lead efforts to protect and celebrate this legacy by overseeing the preservation of historic structures, districts, and cultural resources.

This position will be instrumental in advancing preservation initiatives while ensuring the integrity and character of Lexington's historic environments are maintained for future generations. The Director will lead a team that:

  • Provides expert technical assistance to owners of historic properties
  • Supports and collaborates with the Historic Preservation Commission
  • Reviews projects involving federal funding for compliance and preservation standards
  • Partners with local, state, and federal agencies to safeguard Lexington's historic assets

Critical skills and abilities of an ideal candidate include:

  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage staff while overseeing complex projects and priorities
  • Strong knowledge of preservation principles, architectural history, and applicable standards and regulations
  • Ability to evaluate development proposals and federally funded projects for compliance with preservation requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement long-range plans that balance preservation with growth and development
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to present to boards, commissions, and the public
  • Experience working with government agencies, community stakeholders, and preservation organizations

Minimum requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in historic preservation, architectural history, urban planning, cultural geography, American culture, American studies, history or another related field. Graduate degree is preferred
  • Six (6) years of related experience
  • Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience
  • Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education

Essential functions:

  • Oversees and implements review processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards for historic preservation and maintain LFUCG's status as a Certified Local Government
  • Provides technical knowledge and leadership in the administration, review, permit issuance, and enforcement of the Local Historic District (H-1) design process
  • Represents LFUCG and the division at various internal and external meetings to include, but not limited to, advisory boards and commissions, state and local preservation organizations, community and neighborhood meetings, and conferences
  • Assists, advises, and provides information to internal divisions, departments, and City offices, property owners, contractors, architects, and other relevant parties on the appropriate renovation of historic structures
  • Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the division to include, but not limited to, financial, budget, and grant administration, staffing, and policy, procedure, and program development
  • Manages, trains, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff
  • Creates presentations and technical reports, assists staff with research and surveys, and performs other administrative duties as necessary
  • Performs related work as assigned

Special requirements: All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16.

Contact Information:

Name of company: LEXINGTON FAYETTE URBAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Contact name: LFUCG LEXINGTON

Contact email jobs@lexingtonky.gov

Contact phone: (859) 258-3030

Listing expires: Apr 27, 2026


Development Services Intern

Detailed description of position:

Development Services Intern – Addison, Texas

Assist in long-range and short-range municipal planning in Addison, TX: a small but mighty Town with a demonstrated history of mixed-use urban development in the heart of the Dallas Fort-Worth metroplex. Apply today and join our efficient, passionate, and supportive team for Summer 2026!

  • $15.81-$19.76/hour
  • Part time (20-25 hours per week)
  • Flexible schedule

A few essential functions:

  • Assist with the Advance Addison 2050 comprehensive plan (AA2050) implementation actions, including research, drafting and preparation of illustrative materials.
  • Participate in development review committee (DRC) and provide feedback on unified development code (UDC) and AA2050 requirements for select development proposals.
  • Support ongoing planning efforts and project documentation, such as research and development of clarifying language to amend the UDC.
  • Collaborate as needed with staff, agency partners, peer cities, and community stakeholders on engagement efforts and planning initiatives.

Apply Here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/addisontx/jobs/5282079/development-services-intern

Contact Information:

Name of company: Town of Addison

Contact name: Jade Broadnax

Contact email: jbroadnax@addisontx.gov

Contact phone (214) 534-0387

Listing expires: May 20, 2026

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