SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us this upcoming Summer in 2025?

The Detroit office of SmithGroup is looking for a Lighting Design Intern to join our team. SmithGroup has been named one of Southeast Michigan's Top Workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for 10 consecutive years!

Working with us, you will:

Work on integrated architecture and engineering project design teams.
Produce electrical design drawings using the latest design software.
Compile data and prepare design solutions.
Prepare calculations utilizing AG132 software.
Participate in design meetings.
Receive mentorship from experienced lighting design professionals.
Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

An ideal candidate has:

Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited electrical engineering, architectural engineering or lighting design program by the time of the internship.
Relevant course work in lighting design along with an interest in lighting within the building industry.
Some experience with current design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, AGI32 and the Microsoft Office Suite.

If you are interested in being considered for a SmithGroup internship, please submit a cover letter, resume, and link to your portfolio on your application. Cover letters are optional, but highly encouraged to help us understand your interests.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com

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