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As a trusted national architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) consulting firm, Marx|Okubo works with real estate owners, investors, and lenders—at every point of the property lifecycle—to evaluate their building projects, solve complex challenges and implement tailored solutions. Leveraging broad technical expertise with deep local insight, our knowledgeable regional project teams help clients understand their projects’ complexities, so they can make the most informed property-related investment decisions and, ultimately, mitigate their risk.
MarxOkubo is seeking Interns in either Atlanta, GA or Dallas, TX for summer 2024
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's in Architecture in progress or completion in May 2024
- Ideally experience at a company related to your field
- Proficient in Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, Plan Grid, and Box
- Photoshop, Illustrator, and Sketchup skills a plus
- Technical knowledge of building design, materials, and methods
- General understanding of State and Federal codes as they apply to design and construction
- Strong ability to manage time and projects independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to present technical content to clients
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity
Essential Functions
With professional guidance/mentorship, you will:
- Assist in building evaluations of new construction projects (some required travel throughout the Atlanta area)
- Perform and document field observations for property/facility condition assessments of existing buildings and new construction
- Perform cost evaluations for building repairs and replacements
- Perform plan reviews for general code compliance and adequacy of design, coordination, detailing, and building materials and systems
- Assist in preparing architectural/engineering construction documents for repair of existing buildings
By joining our team, you'll enjoy a host of benefits, including:
- Diverse Project Exposure: Gain valuable experience working on a wide range of projects, spanning residential, commercial, and institutional real estate.
- Broad Knowledge Exposure: Immerse yourself in the built environment, acquiring knowledge beyond the scope of traditional architecture/engineering firms.
- Professional Growth: Seize the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals specializing in accessibility, waterproofing, fire life safety, engineering disciplines, architecture, sustainability, resiliency, and ESG.
This Internship will be paid hourly and compensation will be commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience. Up to 40 hours per week, based on your availability.
Candidates should have the ability to:
Move through construction and existing building sites over rough terrain
See and respond to dangerous situations
Respond quickly to sounds
Ascend and descend ladders and stairs
Move safely through confined spaces and narrow paths
Work in outdoor weather conditions or unconditioned areas
Travel approximately 25-50% of the time both in and out of state
Marx|Okubo performs background checks, via an agency, on candidates that are made offers of employment or internship which includes a confirmation of education and professional certifications, review of driving record for insurance purposes, court records, and professional references. Each background check is reviewed on an individual basis for criminal and driving history violations, and any inconsistencies, to determine next steps in the recruitment process.
Marx|Okubo is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Marx|Okubo’s policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
