INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Architectural Intern

CompanyClapsaddle - Garber Assoc Inc
LocationCedar Falls
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 25, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Architectural Intern will assist architects and senior designers in developing project design concepts and construction documents across various project stages. Duties include applying design principles, managing BIM files, assisting with marketing efforts, and supporting project managers during bidding and construction administration phases.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
38
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
Apply Now →

You'll be redirected to
the company's application page

About The Company
Clapsaddle-Garber Associates, Inc. (CGA) is a civil engineering and land surveying firm based in Ackley, Cedar Falls, Des Moines, and Marshalltown, Iowa. We have provided a full range of quality engineering and land surveying services throughout Central Iowa since 1959. Our team includes Professional Engineers, Licensed Land Surveyors, Designers, and a Real Estate Broker. Our areas of expertise include aviation facilities; construction administration for public and private clients; residential, commercial, and industrial subdivisions; public, commercial, and private site designs; landscape architecture; land surveying and construction staking; right of way acquisition; stormwater studies and management plans; construction testing and observation for public and private clients; studies, planning, and design of traffic, transportation, and recreation facilities; planning and design of water distribution systems; and planning and design of wastewater collection systems.
About the Role

Description

Summary

Architectural intern will assist architects and senior architectural designers in the development of project design concepts and construction documents for a variety of project types and in multiple stages of design.


Duties and Responsibilities: 

  1. Apply architectural design principles to projects in cooperation with a multi-disciplinary team across multiple office locations
  2. Manage BIM files (Revit) during the development of construction documents. 
  3. Assist in the curating and marketing of design services and projects for proposals, social media, and other media outlets.
  4. Assist Project Managers with tasks during project bidding and construction administration phases such as: Request for Information (RFI) responses; Addenda and change order documentation; Documenting on site job conference meeting minutes and construction progress; other coordination efforts with consultants, contractors, and other project stake holders.
  5. Occasionally assist with other engineering disciplines as needed and as able (survey, civil engineering).


Competencies

  1. Technically sound with moderate to advanced understanding of computer aided design software
  2. Working as part of a team
  3. Adaptability/Flexibility
  4. Communication/Interpersonal Skills                                                                         
  5. Creative problem solving
  6. Integrity/Ethical Practice
  7. Tactful, listen-first, approach to communication with teammates and clients.
  8. Enthusiasm for creating places where people will live, work and Play!


Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.


Work Environment

This role will operate primarily from the office with occasional site visits and on-site presence required. Attire is business casual. On-site meetings will require closed-toe shoes (additional PPE will be provided). Computer, software, and other equipment necessary for completing tasks will be provided.


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office and field environment.  They must be able to lift 30 pounds.

The intern is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. They are also regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.


Personal Protective Equipment must be worn as required by CGA Standards and job location.


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position with opportunities for overtime of work beyond 40 hours per week. Expected work hours are in accordance with the Employee Guide to Personnel Policies & Practices.


Travel

Local day travel is anticipated. Inter-Office travel and project related travel required to carry out assigned duties will be reimbursed.


Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

Minimum of some post-secondary education in an accredited Architectural Design program.


Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Hands on experience with Autodesk Revit and Trimble Sketchup
  • Proficient with Adobe design suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Exposure to construction materials, methods, and project delivery
  • Basic understanding of design phases (concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents).
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  • Must be a self-starter, and be detail-oriented
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License 
Key Skills
Architectural Design PrinciplesBIMRevitConstruction DocumentsProject BiddingConstruction AdministrationRFI ResponsesAddendaChange Order DocumentationSite Job Conference MinutesConsultant CoordinationContractor CoordinationComputer Aided Design SoftwareTeamworkAdaptabilityCommunication
Categories
ConstructionArt & DesignEngineeringAdministrative
Architectural Intern - InternshipsHQ