Landscape Design Intern

Job Description:

Pape-Dawson is seeking paid Landscape Design Interns to join our Landscape Architecture and Planning group based in our Nashville, Chattanooga, and Franklin, TN offices. This internship will focus on learning the ins and outs of Landscape Architecture within a multi-disciplinary firm with professional development at the forefront of our internal curriculum. Working in tandem with our surveyors and engineers allows for seamless design process, learning opportunities, and a better product for both our clients and the users of the spaces we create.

The ideal candidates are creative, collaborative, and have a passion for designing places that are authentic, innovative, and functional. The position will work on a broad range of projects including master-planned communities, parks, green infrastructure, retail, detailed urban spaces, mixed use spaces, civic centers

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of design concepts, schematic design, cost estimates, and code analysis and presentation as assigned

• Develop design concepts by hand graphics and computer graphic programs, including SketchUp, Lumion, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite

• Maintain project communications and information

• Prepare designs previously originated or refine and develop sketches provided by others

• Learn to read and understand construction drawings, digital mapping, and other related documentation

• Additional related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field from an accredited program

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and interest or foundational experience in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Knowledge of construction techniques, plant materials, and sustainable design practices is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Pape-Dawson’s Tennessee office, formerly RaganSmith, was founded in 1933 as a land surveying company. More than nine decades later, we have grown into an interdisciplinary consulting firm of experienced civil engineers, landscape architects, transportation experts, savvy surveyors, and brilliant land planners serving the private and public sectors. In 2024, RaganSmith joined the Pape-Dawson family of companies. Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading, future-focused civil engineering and professional services firm with nationwide locations.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.