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Summer Internship - Architecture - Summer 2026

CompanyGensler
LocationParis
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Collaborate with design teams to define strategic goals and develop architecture projects across various industries. Produce technical drawings, 3D renderings, graphic presentations, and physical study models.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
8129
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 Summer Architecture Intern at Gensler's Paris office, you will join our creative studio environment for a  paid internship opportunity.

This is a full-time program running during June and July 2026.

What You Will Do

  • Work on architecture projects as a fully collaborative member of a design team, participating in design charrettes to help define strategic goals for our clients, large or small

  • Receive hands-on learning and collaborate with designers, architects, directors, and managers to plan, design, develop and gain real-world experience working with clients across a spectrum of industries and locations

  • Enjoy the rich culture of our office and firm through educational sessions and mentorship opportunities that include lunch-and-learns, lectures, project tours and vendor presentations

  • Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and technical drawings

  • Build physical study models and presentation models

  • Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

  • You are currently enrolled in a BA or MA degree in Architecture

  • Experience using Revit or Rhino ideal; AutoCAD, and/or BIM modeling software a plus

  • 3-D computer rendering skills (Enscape, V-ray, Sketch Up, 3-D Max, and/or other modeling software)

  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook and Bluebeam 

  • Hand sketching and physical modelling ability a bonus

  • Fluency in French & English

Your Additional Characteristics

  • Demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or community 

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task 

  • Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills

  • Resourceful, self-motivated, enthusiastic team player

  • Outstanding analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

How to Apply 

Submit an online application including a CV and portfolio in PDF form. If you choose to submit a link to an online portfolio, you must make sure it is not password protected and that it contains a resume, cover letter, and work samples. Submissions made in Microsoft Word and/or without work samples will not be considered. 

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and available positions may be filled before the posting closes. 

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Key Skills
RevitRhinoAutoCADBIM ModelingEnscapeV-raySketchUp3D MaxAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignMicrosoft ExcelBluebeamHand SketchingPhysical ModellingGraphic Presentation
Categories
Art & DesignEngineeringConstructionCreative & Media
Benefits
Paid InternshipEducational SessionsMentorship OpportunitiesLunch-and-learnsLecturesProject ToursVendor Presentations