Landscape Architectural Design Intern

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients-while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

We are seeking a Landscape Architectural Design Intern for our 2026 summer program who will perform various tasks that may entail special project assignments and/or active involvement in project design and documentation. We seek a creative individual, with strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to think outside of the box to create design solutions. Our studio is led by collaboration, narrative design, and a solutions focused mindset.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

• Performing various aspects of discipline design as directed by a senior or lead Landscape Architects including preparation of both hand and computer-generated documents for programming, schematic, design development, and construction phases.
• Preparation of marketing and presentation graphics.
• Develop and apply site analysis and design skills.
• Actively contribute to team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary environment including architects, engineers and interior designers.
• Actively participate in education and mentoring programs and events.

• Should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, and information management.
• Should have working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable. Software such as AutoCAD, Land F/X, Lumion, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, Enscape, D5 and/or similar applications.
• Ability to arrange housing for the period of employment
• Possess technical precision and creative design skills
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
• Display abilities to work well with others in a team environment

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a NAAB accredited program as detailed below:




• Students who have completed at least three years in an accredited 4 or 5-year Bachelor of Landscape Architecture or Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BLA or BSLA) program.
• Students who have completed at least one year in an accredited Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) program.




• One previous architectural internship or having relevant work experience is preferred.

Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.