Internships
This page is for paid internship opportunities in Landscape Architecture. To have your internship opportunity posted, please fill out our Job Board Submittal Form.
An internship is required for all Cal Poly students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) degree. The internship course, LA 371, is offered for three units on a Credit/No Credit basis. To learn more about internship requirements, click here.
Internships will be posted as they are received. Postings are uploaded manually at least once or twice a week, depending on the workload in the Landscape Architecture department office. The department may elect to email students directly in lieu of placing a full posting on this site. In that case, only the name and contact information for the company offering the internship will be listed below.
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
DESIGN, engineering & construction intern
Location(s): Los Altos, CA
Contact Name: Ayden Sabharwal
Contact Email: asabharwal@openspace.org
Contact Phone: (650) 772-3636
Salary Range: $27.13
Web Site: https://www.openspace.org/get-involved/employment-opportunities
Job Description:
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) is seeking two Engineering
& Construction (E&C) Interns in the Engineering & Construction Department.
Under close guidance of seasoned project management staff (including licensed
engineers and landscape architects), the E&C Interns will support
professional level design and construction project management activities,
including the design and implementation of capital improvement and natural
resource preservation and protection projects; coordinate project related
assignments with other Midpen staff, outside consultants, contractors and
regulatory agencies; assist with bidding process and construction efforts;
and perform related work as required. The expected start dates for
internships are in May or June 2026.
Basic Requirements:
Current enrollment or a recent graduate (within the last
12 months) in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program,
or trade school in a relevant field. Successful candidates will have a
background in civil or structural engineering, construction management,
landscape architecture, or a related field, experience with Microsoft Office
suite and AutoCAD; and demonstrated expertise/enthusiasm in project
management, construction management, and environmental conservation. This
position requires great attention to detail, excellent communication skills,
the ability to work well both in team settings and independently, and the
willingness to occasionally work in rugged, remote settings. Knowledge of
construction management, landscape design, cost estimating, permitting,
utilities, Adobe Creative Suite and Sketchup is a plus. Possession of a valid
California driver’s license is required.
About Midpen:
Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the
greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than
70,000 acres of public open space with 250 miles of trails in 27
extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource
conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education.
Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and
where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstanding
opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural
resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team
of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! For more
information please visit our Intern Program Brochure on our Employment
Opportunities page. At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public
lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All
people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a
sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space
preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social
well-being of our region.
Working Conditions/Schedule:
This position will be divided between on-site
work, remote office work, and field visits for construction field
observations and coordination. Interns will be expected to be in the field
anywhere between 3 to 5 days per week. They will be able to work from home
up to 2 days. Personal protective equipment (hardhat, eye protection, and
boots) will be required at construction sites. This position will operate in
the E&C Department at Midpen offices in Los Altos, California. Fieldwork is
conducted in rural or mountainous Midpen open space areas, which may involve
working alone in wild land areas and traversing rough, difficult terrain
sometimes with poison oak and dense vegetation. Work may take place during
inclement weather conditions. Field work will require driving in remote areas
on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot
and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field
conditions, as well as in an office environment. Hours of work are flexible
and can be designed around academic schedule requirements. This is a
temporary position working 20 – 40 hours per week, and will extend up to a
total of 950 hours over a 3-9 month period. This is a non-benefited position.
How to Apply:
Ready to apply? Great! We welcome your application online at CalOpps.org
(To avoid missing email communication regarding your status in this
recruitment, please add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of
safe senders)
Application deadline is Sunday, March 8, 2026. Applicants with the most
relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be
contacted for an interview.
The following application items are required to be considered*:
Fully completed CalOpps employment application
Cover letter
Resume
Supplemental question responses
*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the
required application items listed here, will not be considered for the
position.
Virtual Interviews are planned for Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Unfortunately,
we are unable to accommodate individual schedules.
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by
contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200. Put your passion
for Open Space to work!
Posted Friday, February 20th, 2026
Cosumnes Community Services District
Park Development Intern
Location(s): Elk Grove, CA
Contact Name: Christine Manitta
Contact Email: ChristineManitta@cosumnescsd.gov
Contact Phone: (916) 405-7190
Salary Range: $16.90 - $18.44 per hour
Position Description
Under close supervision, the Park Development Intern supports the planning, design, and development of a wide variety of parks, open space, and public facilities.
The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.
- Assist in planning and design of parks, trails, and public facilities;
- Provide courteous and professional service to internal and external customers, and the public;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication, working relationships with other employees, participants, and the public;
- Prepare graphics, exhibits, renderings, and presentation materials;
- Assist with site analysis, base mapping, and field investigations;
- Assist with research, material selection, and design alternatives;
- Participate in project meetings and public engagement process.
Learn more and apply online by March 15, 2026.
Posted Thursday, February 19th, 2026
EinwillerKuehl Landscape Architecture
Summer Internship
Location(s): Oakland, CA
Contact Name: Amber Menzies
Contact Email: internship@einwillerkuehl.com
Contact Phone: (510) 681-2997
Salary Range: $20-$25 per hour
Website: https://www.einwillerkuehl.com/internship
Job Description: Internship is offered at EinwillerKuehl for talented, innovative, and motivated young designers who are interested in all types of projects in all stages of development. The internship will bring opportunities to work on conceptual design and design documentation as well as to accompany EK staff on field visits for construction observation and plant selection at nearby sites.
The intern will be responsible for the preparation of conceptual models and drawings, design documentation, and construction documents with supervision. The intern will work on design sketches, renderings, and layout for presentations in coordination with others. They will provide support to project teams and other staff members as required on a variety of project phases and tasks, such as procuring material samples and research of products. The intern may also provide assistance to the Principals in the
preparation of marketing materials and proposals. The 2026 internship will be held in person at our office in Oakland, California. Interns will be working 40 hours per week (compensated), with an 10-week minimum, starting at the beginning of June.
Experience required: Candidates must have completed at least one year of a MLA program or 3 years of a BArch, BLA, or BSLA undergraduate program
Qualifications: Profound curiosity and investigative thinking. Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop). Knowledge of Sketchup and /or Rhino a plus.
How to Apply: Applications due Saturday, February 28th, 2026. Please email your application to internship@einwillerkuehl.com
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter: 1 page, stating your interests and ambitions
- Resume: 2 pages maximum
- Portfolio: 30 MB and 20 pages maximum (letter or tabloid size)
- References: Contact information for 2 references (letters not required)
Posted Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Sacramento County Planning and Environmental Review
Student Internship
Location(s): Sacramento, CA
Contact Name: Irving Huerta
Contact Email: huertai@saccounty.gov
Contact Phone: (916) 875-1896
Salary Range: $18.64 - $23.52 per hour
Job Description: Paid Student Internship Flyer
How to Apply: Please submit the following material to be considered for the internship.
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume
3) Your availability (how many hours per week) to work during weekdays between 7am and 5pm.
Email application items to Irving Huerta at huertai@saccounty.gov by Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Interviews will held over Teams and will be scheduled with the most qualified candidates following the application due date.
Posted Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Berger Partnership
SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Location(s): Seattle, WA
Contact Name: Internship Team
Contact Email: internship@bergerpartnership.com
Contact Phone: (206)325-6877 x237
Salary Range: $25 per hour
Web Site: https://www.bergerpartnership.com/job/internship-marketing/
Job Description:
At Berger Partnership, we recognize the importance of connecting with
students to enhance their academic studies and prepare them for professional
practice. Each year, our research-focused internship energizes our office
with an infusion of new ideas, pioneering thought, and the energy of a fresh
new personality. We seek interns who are excited to add to our firm culture,
bring new perspectives, and are inspired by learning, sharing, and supporting
project work.
This program is structured around delving into a topic of your choosing to
understand its impact to the profession and the greater global community.
Subjects can be an interest you’re passionate about and wish to explore, an
area of academic study, development of specific landscape typologies, or a
site-specific design initiative.
With support from office staff, you’ll develop a workflow for the summer
and establish applicability of the topic to our work at a range of project
scales. The work will rely on research and experimentation with our in-house
team and outside resources to build a shared knowledge base. In addition to
research, the selected intern will spend time on practicum, office project
work, and site visits to provide hands-on project experience in a
collaborative team environment.
You can expect to end the summer with a research project that builds upon
your continued academic studies, greatly enhances your job applications, and
bolsters your portfolio. The practicum portion of the internship offers you
applicable experience throughout a range of project types and phases.
The Logistics:
The paid internship is open to all landscape architecture and urban design
students and will run 8-12 weeks, approximately 40 hours per week.
Accommodation in Seattle is the responsibility of the intern to organize; no
housing allowance is included. The intern will be expected to present their
research and findings to the office at the conclusion of the internship.
Applicants should be self-starters and demonstrate excellence in design
communication skills including graphics and writing.
To View Previous Internship Reports:
Please visit our website under Idea Lab: https://www.bergerpartnership.com/idea-lab/
How to Apply:
Application Specifications: Please submit a cover letter which concisely
proposes your study topic, a resume, and representative work, in that order,
as a single 10-page PDF by email.
Be creative, inspire us!
Deadline: February 27, 2026
Email: internship@bergerpartnership.com
Phone Interviews: The week of March 16, 2026
Firm Location: Seattle
Hourly Rate: $25 per hour
Berger Partnership is an E-Verify firm.
Posted Monday, January 12th, 2026
