Interns, Architecture (Building & Interior Design) - Hybrid Schedule

HHMI is focused on supporting and moving science forward in a variety of different ways ranging from conducting basic biomedical research, empowering educators, inspiring students, developing the next generation of scientists even stretching into film and media production.

Our Headquarters is in the greater Washington, DC metro area and is home to over 300 employees with expertise in investments, communications, digital production, biomedical sciences, and everything in between.

The work housed here supports and augments the groundbreaking research conducted in HHMI labs across the nation. As HHMI scientists continue to push boundaries in laboratories and classrooms, you can be sure that your contributions while working here are making a difference.

Janelia Research Campus is a pioneering research center in Ashburn, Virginia, where scientists pursue fundamental questions in the life sciences.

Our integrated teams of biologists, computational scientists, and tool-builders innovate research practices and technologies to solve biology’s deepest mysteries.

HHMI launched Janelia in 2006, establishing an intellectually enriching environment for scientists to do creative, collaborative, hands-on work.

We share our methods, results, and tools with the scientific community.

About the Internship roles :

We are looking for two summer interns to join us on a 10-12 week assignment where they will support the progress of architectural projects at both our Headquarters office and our Janelia Research Campus and assist the Facilities, Safety, and Security team with those efforts.

This internship will provide an excellent opportunity for interested architecture students who wish to further their understanding of space planning, concept planning, and design exploration in a real-world environment.

What we provide :

Direct mentorship from the Chief of Facilities, Safety, and Security as well as the Director of Facilities for Headquarters and the Director of Facilities for Janelia

Opportunity to work on-site and work on projects at the Landscape Building of , designed by world-renowned architect

Working with a collaborative, dedicated, and impactful team

A hybrid schedule with 1 day working on-site at our Chevy Chase headquarters campus, 2 days working on-site at Janelia, and 2 days working remote

What you’ll be doing :

Gaining hands-on experience with many aspects of space planning, concept planning, and design exploration

Assisting with project management of capital projects occurring on both campuses including the expansion of the Science building

Shadowing project managers and collaborating with architects, engineers, construction contractors, and other key team members

What you bring :

An in-progress graduate degree (Master’s) in Architecture is required.

Digital copy (PDF, max. 10 MB) of student’s design work / portfolio submission is required.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp is preferred.

Previous experience at an architecture, engineering, or construction firm is preferred.

Strong initiative, self-motivation, and capacity for creative problem-solving.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong research and analytical skills.

Eagerness to learn, grow, and be mentored.

Organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and time management skills.

Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.

This position will be compensated at a rate of $25.00 per hour, assuming a 40-hour work week.

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s);
• dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters;

ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note :

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however.

Unless they begin with the word may, the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs.

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