Visual Communications Student Internship

3D Environment Artist -- 3D Generalist Intern

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Department: Visual Communications

Status: Part-time Internship Onsite

About Us

At Bohannan Huston, we bring complex ideas to life through innovative design, advanced technology, and creative visualization. From infrastructure and community development projects to cutting-edge 3D renderings and animations, our work helps communicate engineering and planning concepts in ways that inspire understanding and action.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated student intern with a passion for 3D modeling, gaming design, or digital arts to join our visualization team in our Albuquerque office. This position offers hands-on experience creating realistic and conceptual visual assets that support engineering, architecture, and planning projects. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver who enjoys using technology to tell stories and transform data into compelling visuals.

Key Responsibilities

As a 3D Environment Artist -- 3D Generalist Intern, you will:

• Assist in creating 3D models and visualizations of engineering projects using industry-standard software.
• Develop renderings, animations, and interactive content to support project presentations and marketing materials.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and designers to translate technical information into engaging visual concepts.
• Help manage and organize 3D asset libraries, textures, and project files.
• Support the production of digital content for proposals, websites, and multimedia deliverables.
• Explore new tools, workflows, and technologies related to 3D modeling, game engines, and digital visualization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current student pursuing a degree in 3D Modeling, Game Design, Digital Arts, Animation, Architecture, or a related field and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with 3D modeling software (such as Blender, 3ds Max, Maya, SketchUp, or Unreal/Unity).
• Foundational understanding of lighting, texturing, and rendering techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for design and composition.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a project team.
• Eagerness to learn and apply feedback in a professional setting.

Preferred:

• Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or similar).
• Experience with video editing or motion graphics software (Premiere, After Effects, or similar).
• Interest in environmental visualization, infrastructure design, or storytelling through interactive media.

Why Join Bohannan Huston?

This internship provides the opportunity to gain real-world experience in an engineering and design environment while contributing to projects that shape communities. You'll work alongside talented professionals, develop your technical and creative skills, and see how visualization can play a key role in communicating ideas that move projects forward.

Why Albuquerque?

Albuquerque is a city rich in innovation, outdoor adventure, and cultural diversity, with a professional community and 300+ days of sunshine.

What We Offer

• Medical insurance if working 20 or more hours per week.
• Holiday pay if working 20 or more hours per week.
• New Mexico Paid Sick Leave.
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with a competitive company match.
• Award-Winning Workplace - Recognized as a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Firm since 1998.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you are ready to develop your expertise in 3D modeling, we encourage you to apply today and join Bohannan Huston.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.