Architect (Industrial) - Internship/Co-Op (Start May 2026)

As a design/build engineering firm and general contractor, Dennis Group’s Architects support our industrial architectural practice in designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Our projects are industrial projects that are complex and require frequent interaction with our project managers, process designers, and multiple different disciplines of engineering staff. The Architect is a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming for defining spaces and their characteristics from proposal development through construction administration. Architects apply knowledge in areas of sanitary design, building materials, and construction methods. As an Architect Intern on the Dennis Group team responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients’ needs and budget.
• Assist in establishing budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
• Help review applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
• Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
• Produce schematics, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members.
• Prepare presentation materials (renderings, drawings)
• Assist in document coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications.
• Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
• Prepare submittals for regulatory / permit approval.
• Develop code analysis sheets.
• Perform quantity surveys.
• Prepare bid tabs.
• Perform construction administration duties - RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
• Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients.
• Supporting talent growth within our organization .

Required Education Skills and Experience

• Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Pursuing a master’s degree is a plus.
• GPA: 3.0 or above
• Industrial and /or Commercial Architectural and LEED experience is a plus.
• Desire to work on, familiar with, or experience in commercial or industrial projects.
• Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
• Familiarity and/or experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary.
• Familiarity and/or experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
• Familiar with all phases of a project including construction documentation review.
• Understanding of the project management process.
• Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills.
• Professional and collaborative work ethic.
• Must meet travel requirement - overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel Requirement

• Up to 25% of travel required to visit project site and other offices.

About Us

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.

Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.