2026 Dr. Charles Fountain Internship Program
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Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 22 - 24
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Dr. Charles Fountain Professor Emeritus of Landscape Architecture and Founder of the Landscape Architecture Program at North Carolina A&T opened doors for students historically underrepresented in landscape architecture and planning.
Design Workshop has proudly carried forward this mission through the Dr. Charles Fountain Internship Program offering career-bound students from all backgrounds the chance to immerse themselves in a collaborative mission-driven design studio. Our goal is to give students real access to professional practice mentorship and leadership pathways.
The Experience
This 10-week paid immersive summer internship places you directly on project teams working on real-world challenges in landscape architecture planning and the built environment. Youll learn how projects move from idea to impactwhile gaining the technical creative and professional skills that set future leaders apart.
Youll be part of a firmwide cohort of interns balancing hands-on studio work with participation in the Dr. Charles Fountain focus project designed to foster leadership collaboration and purpose-driven design.
Through close mentorship and team-based learning interns gain:
- Hands-on professional design experience
- Exposure to project management and client engagement
- Technical and business skill development
- Insight into careers shaping communities cities and landscapes
We welcome students of all majors and strongly encourage applicants from STEM-related fields who are curious about architecture engineering landscape architecture planning and the built environment.
Responsibilities
What youll do:
As a Dr. Charles Fountain Intern youll gain experience across many facets of professional practice including:
- Project research and site analysis
- Site visits and field work
- Sketching and design development
- Digital production and visualization
- Design reviews and presentations
- Marketing and proposal support
- Client and stakeholder interaction
Qualifications
What were looking for:
You might be a great fit if you are someone who:
- Is a 2025 graduate or a current student on track to graduate within the next two years from a North American university
- Is pursuing (or interested in) a STEM-related degree or the built environment
- Has strong skills in graphics AutoCAD Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling (such as Rhino Lumion or SketchUp)
- Is curious collaborative and motivated to learn
- Thinks critically solves problems creatively and communicates clearly
- Demonstrates leadership and teamwork
- Is open to temporary relocation to one of our studio locations
- Is available full-time in person from JuneAugust 2026
- Is authorized to work and travel in the United States
Most importantly youre someone who wants to make a differenceand can articulate how design plays a role in that vision.
Program Dates
- Internship: June 8 August 14 2026
- Mandatory Project Kickoff Travel: June 9-12 2026
- Design Workshop will arrange and cover travel and related expenses
- Additional financial assistance is available upon request
This is an in-person program; remote internships are not available.
How to Apply
Submit the following through our online employment application:
- Cover letter (tell us why this program matters to you and how you hope to change the world)
- Resume
- Portfolio
Please combine all materials into one PDF (under 10 MB)
Application Deadline: February 1 2026 at 11:55 PM MT
Compensation
The pay for this position is $22-24 per hour based on experience. This position is not benefits eligible.
Design Workshop is an EEO employer.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Founded in 1969, Design Workshop is an international design studio integrating landscape architecture, urban design, economics and engagement.
