2026 Student Intern - Architecture Healthcare

HGA

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Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Annandale, Minnesota

Hybrid

Smart Summary

The intern will accept specific assignments and develop design concepts under the guidance of senior architects. They will also assist with quality control, document compliance, and maintain project-related documents.

Seeking a student intern for the Healthcare practice group to assist with architectural projects. Requires strong communication, time management, and technical skills, along with knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture and architectural registration.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Communication

Time Management

Technical Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Graphic Tools

Client Interaction

Quality Control

Construction Administration

Document Compliance

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Design Concepts

Architectural Registration

IDP Credits

Job Description

Overview:

We have excellent summer opportunities for students who wish to gain hands-on experience in an architectural/engineering/interior design environment. Paid summer internships will be 10 - 12 weeks beginning on or before June 1, 2026 (some flexibility is available).

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Student Intern to join our Healthcare practice group, working on a variety of projects throughout the country. At HGA we work to foster an environment where diversity of thought, background and experience creates new energy. Through your curiosity, tenacity, creativity and unique insights you can make an impact every day. That impact is felt by your colleagues, by our clients, and by those who inhabit the spaces we create.

The position requires excellent communication, time management and technical skills as you will work closely with Senior Project Architects and Project Managers developing non-routine and complex design concepts in a manner responsive to the client's needs and deadlines. The candidate will also have multiple opportunities for client interaction and will help our team maintain a commitment to design and quality for all types of projects.

Application deadline: February 20, 2026Interviews conducted: March 2026Offers extended: By March 31, 2026Summer internship dates: June 1, 2026 – Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

In this role you will:

  • Accepts specific assignments and develops concepts according to parameters defined by the senior architect overseeing project assignment.
  • Assures execution of and assists with quality control activities for architectural elements on a project.
  • Reviews drawings, documents and submittals for document compliance and documenting code review and compliance.
  • Keeps lead architect or designated team leader informed of progress; recognizes problem issues and communicates impact to team, and seeks clarity when necessary.
  • Maintains, organizes and archives all project related documents.
  • Makes an on-going effort to obtain IDP credits so that architectural registration will be achieved.
  • Interacts and communicates effectively and professionally with other team members.
  • Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, etc.)
  • You will need to have:

    • Bachelor of Architecture degree; Master’s degree preferred
    • Experience on small- to large-scale projects preferred
    • Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other graphic tools
    • Pursuing Architectural registration

    Salary Information:

    The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range:

    Additional Information:

    To Apply:

    • Submit a resume in PDF format indicating degree program, anticipated degree completion date, and GPA.
    • Attach a work sample of not more than 6 pages and 10 MB. If you are including group projects in your portfolio, please indicate your role on the project.

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    HGA

    HGA is a national interdisciplinary design firm committed to making a positive, lasting impact for our clients and communities through research-based, holistic solutions. We believe that great design requires a sense of curiosity—forming deep insight into our clients, their contexts, and the human condition. We are a collective of 1,000 architects, engineers, interior designers, planners, researchers, and strategists. Our practice spans multiple markets, including science and technology, corporate, cultural, education, local and federal government, and healthcare. HGA’s work has received numerous awards throughout our history—from our own industries, as well as those of our clients. Equally as meaningful to us is the shared impact we create with our clients through purposeful design that speaks to the human experience. #HGA #HGADesign

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