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Landscape Design Intern

CompanyHDR
LocationOmaha
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Responsibilities include assisting landscape architects with design workshops, public facilitation, concept development, and developing site design projects from initial concept through construction documentation. The role also involves creating various types of drawings and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale design and planning projects.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
16768
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
About the Role

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. 

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

Work responsibilities include assisting landscape architects in our team with:

  • Participate in design workshops, public facilitation, and concept development.
  • Development of site design projects from concept development through construction documentation
  • Creating diagrams and illustrative analysis and concept drawings using 3D and 2D digital illustration tools, free-hand drawing and color rendering
  • Collaborating with architects, planners, engineers and other site-based disciplines on institutionally scaled design and planning projects

  • Collaborating with others on public input sessions, programming, and design implementation of master plans



Preferred Qualifications

  • Preference given to local candidates
  • A minimum of 4 semesters completed in major
  • A minimum of 2.9 GPA
  • Interested candidates should respond with a resume and portfolio of recent studio work (via web-based link)
  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate degree in landscape architecture major in an accredited university program
  • Technical skills should include proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D modeling / rendering programs (such as Rhino, VRay, Sketchup, Enscape, and/or Lumion) and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop and Illustrator)
  • Understanding of the fundamentals of the full range of design phases including site analysis, site planning, grading and drainage, conceptual development, construction documentation
  • ArcGIS, Grasshopper and/or Revit knowledge are desirable but not essential
  • Desire to work in landscape architecture/urban design environment upon graduation



Required Qualifications
  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
  • Attention to detail 
  • Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Key Skills
AutoCAD3D ModelingRendering ProgramsRhinoVRaySketchupEnscapeLumionAdobe Creative SuitePhotoshopIllustratorSite AnalysisSite PlanningGrading and DrainageConceptual DevelopmentConstruction Documentation
Categories
Art & DesignEngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityConstruction