One - Junior Designer - Architecture

Junior Designer – Architecture (Year One Program)

Join SOM’s Year One Program as a Junior Designer – Architecture. The program supports recent graduates to engage in real projects and develop their skills.

• Contribute to the development of a project aspect under direct supervision.
• Exhibit initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with high precision and accuracy.
• Produce presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models, and animations.
• Communicate internally through written, oral, and visual means in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Create and innovate with strong conceptual design ability and integrate interdisciplinary criteria.
• Collaborate at project team level by critically evaluating ideas.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques.
• Use appropriate tools (Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, Adobe Suite, Google Workspace) to design and document across project phases.
• Manage time and workload to meet task deadlines, frequently interacting with Project Leadership.

• Recent completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Strong collaborative, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, Adobe Suite, and Google Workspace.

Applications must include a cover letter, résumé/CV, and work samples. Work samples should be a single PDF attachment of 10–20 pages (max. 5 MB). Portfolios are required for all design and project management positions; applications lacking samples will not be reviewed.

Health and wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.

Savings: 401(k) matching, pre‑tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs.

Work/life balance: hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and employee assistance program.

Professional development: reimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, exam fees, and in‑house career development.

Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000, based on experience, qualifications, location, and education.

SOM is a proud equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer. Our DEI action plan is designed to bring meaningful change to our profession and culture.