Landscape Design Internship Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

As part of Garver's growing Federal team, this Landscape Architecture Intern will assist in design for planning, urban design, and landscape architecture projects across all Garver business lines. Project types include site planning, bike/pedestrian trails, park and recreation planning and design, site landscape & irrigation, and streetscape projects. Typical clients include federal, state, and local agencies across the entire Garver footprint. Our current array of work includes urban design for a mixed-use development in Alabama, airport enhancements in Nashville, streetscapes in Texas, and parks in Wichita. Every day is different, so the opportunity to experience a variety of project types and separate phases of work during the internship is immense.
The Garver Federal Team prides itself on being innovative and progressive while preserving a rich tradition of quality design. We focus on crafting creative, cost-effective designs for long-term operational efficiency while enhancing community character and promoting environmental stewardship.
Internship Description:

• Work alongside and be mentored by experienced professionals and industry leaders
• Gain real-world Landscape Architect experience through assisting with a wide array of federal projects.
• Visit some of Garver's project sites

Garver Launch Program
Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will:

• Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network.
• Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being.
• Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative.
• Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program
• Detail- oriented and a team player with strong self-initiative to meet deadlines
• Strong graphic (hand-drawn and digital), written, and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Previous experience working with design software packages such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and LandFX, as well as SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with Lumion and/ or other rendering software
• Previous site development experience, including park and recreation or streetscape projects

Work Environment
This is an in-office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature, and not all listed functions may be assigned.
Grow with us
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.