Assistant Landscape Architect [Internship]

Berwyn, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Internship

Description

Introduction

RETTEW is seeking an Assistant Landscape Architect Intern to join our Planning & Design team. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting real-world projects in our Land Development Municipal Survey/GIS and/or Natural Sciences teams. Youll work alongside licensed professionals and gain practical exposure to design documentation and field coordination.

About RETTEW

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm delivering multidisciplinary solutions across transportation facilities and construction environmental and geotechnology energy water and wastewater and land development. Since 1969 RETTEW has grown to more than 300 employees across 10 offices in Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia. Our purpose is to create sustainable value for our employees and clients and our culture is guided by our core values: Act Like an Owner Exemplify Excellence and Value Relationships. As an ESOP company every employee has a stake in the firms success and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that strengthen the communities where we live and work.

Work Environment

Hybrid

Locations: Lancaster PA/Berwyn PA

Position Summary / What Youll Do

As an Assistant Landscape Architect Intern you will support various teams throughout your internship with a variety of tasks.

Land Development Concept Plans Construction Plans 2D/3D Graphics and Ordinance Reviews.
Survey/GIS Survey Existing Conditions and Stakeout Support CAD Drafting Site Visits and Deed Research.
Municipal Plan Reviews Grant Work Community Design Site Inspections and MS4 Work.
Natural Sciences Wetland Delineations Writing Reports and PNDI Investigations

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day

Assist with site analysis research and preparation of base plans.
Support development of conceptual landscape plans and design alternatives.
Prepare drawings planting plans and details using CAD and design software.
Assist with renderings graphics and presentation materials.
Participate in internal project meetings and coordination with engineers and planners.
Conduct limited field visits to observe site conditions and construction progress.
Support permit documentation and regulatory submissions as needed.

Qualifications

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelors.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Preferred

Experience with SketchUp Lumion or other 3D modeling/rendering software.
Prior internship or studio experience related to site design or land development.
Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration within an engineering environment.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and education.
Exposure to multidisciplinary projects and licensed professionals.
Mentorship from experienced landscape architects and planners.
Opportunity to build a professional portfolio with real-world project work.
Potential pathway to future full-time employment.
Employee-owned culture that values collaboration and growth.

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please contact us at to request assistance. #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

Requirements listed above.

Required Experience:

Intern

InternshipDescriptionIntroductionRETTEW is seeking an Assistant Landscape Architect Intern to join our Planning & Design team. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting real-world projects in our Land Development Municipal Survey/GIS and/or Natural Sciences teams. Youll work alongside li...