Entry Level Architecture Designer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical infrastructure, building, and environmental challenges. As an Entry-Level Architectural Designer, you'll play a meaningful role in shaping the spaces where people live, work, learn, and thrive.

Working alongside experienced architects, designers, and multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of innovative facilities for clients across a variety of markets. From early conceptual development through detailed design documentation, you'll gain hands-on experience creating architectural solutions that balance functionality, sustainability, and creativity.

In this role, you'll support the development of building designs, construction documents, renderings, and 3D models using industry-leading tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other design visualization software. You'll collaborate with project teams to transform ideas into thoughtfully designed environments while expanding your technical and professional skills through mentorship and real-world project experience.

At Jacobs, you'll be empowered to bring fresh ideas, curiosity, and creativity to every project. We foster a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and innovation, giving you the opportunity to build a strong foundation for your architectural career while making a lasting impact on communities around the world.

As part of our commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes, you'll partner with our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams, leveraging the combined expertise of professionals across the globe. Together, we'll harness digital technologies, integrated design practices, and collaborative problem-solving to deliver projects that make a difference today and for generations to come.

Join Jacobs and launch your career with a team that will inspire, support, and challenge you to do your best work while helping design the future of our built environment.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with architectural design, planning, and production of construction documents.

• Developing 2D drawings, 3D models, renderings, and presentation materials.

• Supporting site evaluations, design studies, and project coordination activities.

• Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other design professionals across multidisciplinary teams.

• Utilizing BIM technologies and industry-standard software to develop project deliverables.

• Participating in design reviews and incorporating feedback into project solutions.

• Supporting sustainable and resilient design initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Active Candidate for NCARB’s AXP Program

• 3.0 GPA

• Strong architectural design and graphic skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within the team as well as independently

• Knowledge of and/or proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Rhinoceros, Grasshopper and Photoshop.

• Experience with performance modeling software, such as Ladybug, Honeybee, Energy Plus and WUFI.

• Experience with rendering software -e.g. V-Ray, Enscape, - and Bluebeam.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• A previous internship , or professional work experience related to your field of study

• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs

• Self-driven time management and organizational skills

• A portfolio of applicable recent design work

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.