Year One - Junior Designer - Architecture

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a global collective of talented and passionate people, and they are seeking a Junior Designer in Architecture for their Year One Program. This role involves contributing to project development, producing deliverables, and collaborating with project teams while fostering innovation and problem-solving skills.ResponsibilitiesContributes to the development of an aspect of a project under the direct supervision of project leadership. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a task-specific levelProduces presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animationsEffectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual meansCreates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of a project componentActively collaborates at a project team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideasDemonstrates a basic understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phasesManages time and workload to meet project task deadlines and commitments with frequent interaction and direction from Project LeadershipSkillsRecent completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related fieldStrong collaborative abilityStrong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and Adobe SuiteProficiency in Google WorkspaceBenefitsHealth and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.Savings: 401K 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 an employee assistance program.Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development.Company OverviewA global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No. It was founded in 1936, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.som.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipSkidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 40 in 2025, 46 in 2024, 62 in 2023, 56 in 2022, 85 in 2021, 88 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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