Architectural Intern – Summer 2026
About this internship
AtkinsRéalis is hiring an Architectural Intern for Summer 2026 in Alexandria, VA, with on-site work in the civil engineering and construction industry. The role pays $19–$25 per hour and is open to students in an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s program in a related technical field, with no experience generally required. By the start of the internship, you must have completed 60 hours toward an Architecture degree from an NAAB-accredited program and be comfortable using basic computer skills to enter data into spreadsheets or databases.
Qualifications
Required
- No experience is generally required if accepted into an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a related technical field.
- Must have completed 60 hours towards an Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2026).
- Basic computer skills required to enter data into spreadsheets or databases.
Nice to have
- Comfort entering and organizing information accurately in spreadsheets or databases.
- Completion of architecture coursework beyond the 60-hour minimum by Summer 2026.
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing or inputting technical information.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating on-site tasks.
- Good time-management skills to balance multiple assignments in an on-site setting.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before you apply, confirm you’ll have completed at least 60 credit hours in an NAAB-accredited Architecture program by Summer 2026, and be ready to state your current hours clearly. Since basic spreadsheet/database entry is required, prepare a brief example of how you’ve used spreadsheets to track or organize class, studio, or project information. Use the company’s job link to filter for U.S. roles and verify the location and on-site expectation.