Summer 2023 Internship

This position is for a Summer 2023 Internship with Flenker Land Architecture Consultants, LLC (FLAC), at their office which is located approximately 20 minutes north of the Quad Cities (Davenport, Iowa).   This internship offers on the job training in all aspects of the Landscape Architectural field in a small office environment, including working with communities through the firm's participation in the national award winning Iowa's Living Roadways Community Visioning program.

The intern will work directly with the project Landscape Architect throughout all phases of the design and project management process.    The successful applicant will provide knowledge and judgment to complete assignments consisting of numerous steps that vary in nature and sequence.   Essential job functions include: basic principles, knowledge and applications of landscape architecture and working with specialized computer programs.   The employee works semi-independently following written or verbal instructions that are general in nature.   Work products and procedures are subject to review by a Professional Landscape Architect.

The description below is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position.  Also, while the descriptions below is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position FLAC reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by FLAC.

Compensation & Travel

Salary: Hourly, with hourly wage rate to commensurate with
             experience; no benefits.
Length of Internships: 8-12 weeks, average 40 hours/week
Travel: Occasional travel to project sites and meetings will be
            required.  Overnight stays are not anticipated.
Start Date: May 30, 2023, possibly earlier depending on
                    successful candidates availability and FLAC's project
​                    schedules

Education Requirements

  • 3 years of experience in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Architecture or closely related field.
                                          OR
  • Within 24 months of graduating with a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning or closely related field. 

Position Requirements

  • Have permanent right to work in United States.                  
  • Have own vehicle and provide own transportation to and from work.
  • Arrange for and provide own housing. 
  • Acceptable driving record with a valid driver's license;
  • Drug and tobacco free.                                                             
  • Willing to work occasional evenings to meet the expectations of the job description and project schedules.                  
  • Strong communication, leadership, and technical skills;             
  • Self-motivated and able to take directions and follow verbal and written instructions as well as retain information.
  • Exceptional attention to detail;
  • Able to walk, hike and stand for long periods of time on different surfaces including walkways, trails, stairs, and undeveloped areas such as prairies, wetlands, and woodlands as well as on sites under construction and along transportation corridors.
  • Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds.
  • Able to maneuver in undeveloped areas on uneven surfaces in various types of weather.
  • Able to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as at a computer screen or for detailed paperwork.

Position Responsibilities Include

  • Perform basic Landscape Architectural tasks under direct supervision of PLA, as necessary to support various project requirements.;
  • Develop graphic renderings for presentations (both hand and computer) for client review;
  • Assist in preparing reports, planning and construction documents and other information as requested;
  • Conduct field work in built, constructed and natural environments (measuring, documenting, monitoring, assisting with field data collection, etc.);

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

  • Knowledge of and skill in:
    • the proficient use of  Adobe Creative Suite; Sketch-Up; Microsoft Office Word and Excel;
    • applying rules of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
  • Knowledge of and some skill and experience in working with the following a plus, but not required:
    • AutoCAD, GIS/ArcView, Rhino, Lumion
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply basic landscape architectural principals;
  • Ability to:
    • accomplish tasks with minimal supervision;
    • organize, compile and record information accurately;
    • manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
    •  work independently
    •  work well with others and in teams
  • Have strong freehand illustration and rendering skills and abilities  

Working Conditions

  • Position requires occasional outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may be encountered.
  • Standard work hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (includes a  one hour non-paid lunch break) and may occasionally include evenings as required for meetings and design workshops.

Questions?

Please direct any questions you have about this position to: mflenker@flenkerlandarchitects.com - Subject: "Questions on Summer 2023 Internship"

For Consideration:

Submit the following information to our office ​no later than March 17, 2023 by e-mail at:
         Flenker Land Architecture Consultants, LLC
         29476  240th Avenue
         Long Grove, Iowa   52756

or  mflenker@flenkerlandarchitects.com - Subject: "Summer 2023 Internship Application". 

IMPORTANT: Electronic files shall be in PDF format. . 

1.) Current resume, indicating experience / degree program, anticipated degree completion date, GPA, special skills and interests
2) Digital PDF demonstrating your portfolio of work  -  if group projects are submitted, clearly indicate what work you have done; if
     projects are digitally created list all software used.  
3) Contact information for a minimum of 2 professional references (professors are acceptable).  Contact information should include
     their phone number and e-mail.
5) Your contact information, which should include e-mail address, phone number and mailing address.

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly to schedule interviews the week of March 20, 2023.