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SmithGroup

Nov 8

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Detroit

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Pursuing a degree in Architecture, with interest in Planning for Health and/or Science & Technology projects, with a minimum of 3 years of education; preferably with the intent to obtain a Master’s degree.
  • Proficient in Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office products.
  • Must be detailed oriented and able to work in a team environment.
  • Must be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
  • Communicates and works professionally with all levels including co-workers, management, clients, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in medical facility planning, programming, medical equipment planning, and report writing.
  • Assist in the planning/programming for client meetings or other client presentations.
  • Conduct research, assist with the completion of data analyses, and develop reports.
  • Assist in the analysis of long-term healthcare facility needs and develop solutions involving construction of new facilities and major rehabs of existing facilities.
  • Assist in the analysis of space utilization, determine space requirements for expanding, and create solutions to meet evolving space needs.
  • Perform limited design assignments under direct supervision.
  • Work from plans/designs of others to compile data and perform design computations.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Medical Planning Intern position?

The summer internships are held for 12 weeks between May and August.

What qualifications are required for the Medical Planning Intern position?

The ideal candidate should be pursuing a degree in Architecture with a minimum of 3 years of education, preferably with the intent to obtain a Master’s degree, along with a minimum of 1 year of related experience or training.

What software proficiency is expected from the applicants?

Applicants should be proficient in Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office products.

What type of tasks will the Medical Planning Intern be responsible for?

The intern will assist in medical facility planning, programming, medical equipment planning, report writing, data analyses, space utilization analysis, and perform limited design assignments under supervision.

Is there room for career growth after the internship?

While the job description does not specify, internships often lead to future employment opportunities depending on performance and company needs.

What is the work environment like at SmithGroup?

SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance and offers hybrid work options, allowing interns to work within the office culture or remotely as needed.

How can I apply for the Medical Planning Intern position?

You can apply online through the SmithGroup careers website or the job posting platform where you found the listing.

Are there any limits to working hours for the internship?

While specific hours are not mentioned, as an intern, you will be expected to meet deadlines and work well under pressure, indicating structured hours may apply.

Will the intern work independently or as part of a team?

The intern is expected to work in a team environment while also carrying out specific tasks under supervision.

Are interviews conducted in person or virtually?

The job description does not specify, but many companies offer virtual interviews, especially for internship positions.

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SmithGroup

An award-winning, global, integrated design firm on a mission to Design a Better Future.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1853
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded by architect Sheldon Smith in 1853, our “born on” date might suggest that we’re a traditional design and engineering firm, but we left old-fashioned mindsets behind decades ago. Today, SmithGroup is an award-winning, multi-national organization that employs research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Working across 19 offices in the U.S. and China, our network of 1,300 experts is committed to excellence in strategy, design and delivery—giving rise to new and innovative processes and methodologies that are redefining the way we work. Our integrated practice offers depth in all disciplines serving the built and natural environment, including architecture, engineering (coastal, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing), landscape architecture, urban design and environmental science. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond—develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. Blending artistry, technology, planning, research and strategy, we partner with clients to up-end disruptors redefining their businesses and solve challenges impacting their worlds. Whether tasked to develop a business model, workflow processes, a campus master plan, a building, an energy model, or a strategic plan, our integrated team of experts relentlessly explores and refines until they arrive at a solution that realizes success at every scale of a project. Our ability to blend aesthetics with performance, sustainability, and resiliency to create a better tomorrow—for clients, employees, the community, the environment, and our collective future—has earned recognition from top-ranking institutions, publications and design authorities the world over.

Culture & Values

  • Equity

    We believe in creating a design culture grounded in empathy, dignity, and excellence.

  • Passion

    Our passion for design excellence drives us to solve complex, meaningful problems for clients.

  • Sustanibilty

    We design to create a healthy and prosperous future for clients and communities.

  • Curiosity

    We relentlessly explore, test and learn in order to innovate and solve today's emerging challenges.

  • Community

    We are leaders where we live and work. We share our energy, our time, and our knowledge to advance our clients and professions.

  • Integrity

    Trust is the foundation of all great design solutions. The only way to serve our clients and one another is with bedrock integrity.

Benefits

  • Hybrid Workplace

    We offer flexible scheduling along with in-office, remote and hybrid work plans

  • 15 Fridays Off

    We enjoy 15 extra Fridays off per year – on top of holidays & basic PTO

  • Compensation & Savings

    401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits & more

  • Health And Well-Being

    Parental leave, domestic partner & same-sex benefits, caregiving resources, coverage for medical, dental, vision, Rx, flex spending options