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Student Internship - Urban Design and Planning - 2026

CompanyGensler
LocationShanghai
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will work closely with the Senior Master Planner and design team to develop master plans and urban planning solutions. Responsibilities include producing CAD drawings, graphic presentations, and interacting with clients during the design phase.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
7902
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 57 locations across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: To create a better world through the power of design. We believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. Gensler was named one of Forbes’ Best Large Employers in 2024, and our award-winning culture has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024. Our people-first philosophy is centered on the core ideas of diversity empowerment, impact, community, respect, and growth. You can learn more about our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace at https://www.gensler.com/about/inclusion. A note on recruitment: Gensler will never reach out to prospective employees or vendors through social media or messaging apps. Please see our website for how to avoid recruitment fraud: https://www.gensler.com/recruitment-fraud-alert
About the Role

Your Role

As a Professional Intern in Gensler Shanghai office, you will join our creative environment for a full-time, paid internship opportunity prefer to join in 2026, and prefer to last at least 2-3 months.

What You Will Do

  • Working closely with the Senior Master Planner and design team to develop master plan, urban planning and landscaping solution for various types of project types.

  • Working from concept design through to detailed design, producing CAD drawings, graphic presentations and design narratives to budget and schedule.

  • Interaction and communication with clients and consultants during the design phase and at presentations.

  • A firm grasp of local and international codes are essential.

Your Qualifications

  • Students of Bachelor or Master in urban design.

  • Working knowledge of Sketch up, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, PhotoShop and 3DStudio are required. 

  • Knowledge of Rhino and ReVit is a plus. 

  • Good team spirit. Strong sense of personal responsibility and dedication to their work and the work of their team

  • Fluent in written and spoken Mandarin and English.

  • Prefer candidates can do at least 2-3 months internship in Shanghai city.

How to Apply

Submit an online application on Gensler.com/careers, including a resume and portfolio that outlines your academic and work experience relevant to our industry and this position. If you choose to submit a link to an online portfolio, you must make sure it is not password protected. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling admissions basis. Applicants will not be considered without both a portfolio and resume; PDF format is preferred and encouraged.

Key Skills
Urban DesignPlanningCADSketch UpAdobe IllustratorInDesignPhotoShop3DStudioRhinoReVitTeam SpiritCommunicationMandarinEnglish
Categories
Creative & MediaArt & DesignEnvironmental & SustainabilityConsultingEngineering