Architect Intern
Position Description:
This 24-week program is a rigorous work and learning experience that provides exposure to the Forest Service, development and training opportunities, and the opportunity to make a lasting impression on generations to come.
Duties:
- Provide technical advice on all aspects of complex/unusual facility maintenance projects which include improvement plans for buildings, barracks, bridges, water and wastewater systems, residences, recreational, and other site facilities.
- Coordinate engineering and administrative work between the unit and the next higher level of the organization.
- Prepare completed and detailed designs, drawings, and specifications for projects such as roads, trails, bridges, or other miscellaneous facilities and structures.
- Evaluate design plans and layouts prepared by others prior to the start of construction.
- Provide direction to others in the principles of planning, designing, operation, maintenance, monitoring, and inspection of engineering facilities.
- Perform complex technical calculations to identify the most economical/efficient procedures for facility projects.
- Perform reviews to determine the probability of terms for complex or expensive facility projects.
- Conduct safety inspections and condition surveys of structures and facilities such as buildings, water and wastewater systems, recreation site facilities, and utilities according to requirements.
- Evaluate and recommend corrective action as needed to ensure the safety of all users.
Qualifications:
Preferred Requirements:
NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board) accredited professional degree in Architecture, Bachelor of Architecture (NOT B.S. or B.A) or Master of Architecture (NOT M.S. or M.A)
Special Skills:
Revit, AutoCAD, GIS, graphic design tools
Benefits:
$17- $21 based on experience
$1,500 for Professional Development (travel, training, etc.)
$1,000/month Housing Stipend
Questions? Email Jaina Reed at jreed@gyfoundation.org