Career Opportunities


Career Opportunities

The Career Development Team is working to make resources available to our current students and alumni. To post job listings, fellowships and internships for current and former YSoA students, please send a thorough job description, including educational requirements and competencies to archcareers@yale.edu and Jess Chauvot (jess.chauvot@yale.edu).

Connect with the YSoA Career Services LinkedIn page for additional career development opportunities. Additionally, the AIA Career Center webpage is a dedicated platform by the American Institute of Architects that offers job listings, career development resources, and networking opportunities.

The following job listings have been made available to the Yale School of Architecture community:

Full Time Positions

Burr Salvatore Architects - Project Designer (10/5/26)

Burr Salvatore Architects is a young, growing firm of 13 people. We are seeking enthusiastic and nimble candidate(s) for the position of Project Designer. The location preference for the position(s) is at our office in Darien, Connecticut but consideration for the position in our New York City office shall be on an individual basis.

The ideal Project Designer candidate will have the following qualifications:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in single-family residential design.

Proficient in Interior Architecture and Millwork detailing.

Proficient in CAD and Adobe InDesign. Familiarity with Rhino, 3D Printing, and Revit are a plus but not required.

Knowledgeable in Exterior detailing, Code Compliance and with attentiveness to QA/QC standards of practice.

Support Senior Staff in the guidance of Junior Staff. Minimum of 5-10 years of work experience at an architecture firm.

Minimum bachelor’s degree in architecture with a Master’s degree in architecture being a major plus.

Eligibility to work in the United States.

Ability to speak, read and write English fluently.

Please forward cover letters, resumes and work samples to:

Jobs@burrsalvatore.com

Pickard Chilton - Architectural Designer (7/23/2026)

Architectural Designer

Pickard Chilton, an award-winning studio practicing globally, is looking for talented architectural designers to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate seeks to apply their previous work experience to make an immediate impact and take stake in large-scale, typologically and geographically diverse projects.

Ideal candidates seek a rigorous yet rewarding studio atmosphere that promotes collaboration, professional growth, and continued development as a designer in a non-hierarchical environment. The designer must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and work and design effectively as both an individual and as a team member. The ideal candidate would bring a passion for solving unique design problems at a variety of scales – from human scaled tactile considerations to urban master-planning, and how those solutions form an integrated whole.

Our studio culture is enriched by the unique skillsets and perspectives each designer brings with them, and successful candidates will have passion and readiness to communicate their ideas graphically, through design, and with effective verbal communication. We endorse a broad spectrum of professional development avenues and support ARE, LEED, and Well AP candidates as well as support for individualized areas of growth and research based on personal interests. Responsibilities, commensurate with previous experience, may include:

-Generating design at a variety of scales; from interiors to building form and masterplanning

-Building physical and digital models

-Participating in project research

-Creating renderings and visuals for project presentations

-Involvement in team meetings internally and externally

-Presenting work generated by the team to outside clients and consultants

-Involvement with and responsibility for components of the coordination process with consultants

-Working on drawing sets throughout the lifespan of the project

-Involvement in the construction administration process and site visits

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have: -A degree in Architecture or related field

-A strong design sense architecturally and graphically

-Comfortability proposing design solutions and adding design critique

-Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

-Professional experience with Rhino, Revit, CAD, & Adobe Suite

-Experience with Lumion, V-Ray, or Grasshopper a plus

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, resume, and work samples to resume@pickardchilton.com.

Please visit our web site (www.pickardchilton.com) for more information

Part-time Positions/ Internships

Interior Design / CAD Intern Opportunity for Students & Alumni (10/23/26)

INTERIOR DESIGN / CAD INTERN POSITION: Part-Time / Project-Based

COMPENSATION: Hourly, based on experience

SCHEDULE: Flexible, as needed per project

LOCATION: Ridgefield, CT/Hybrid or Remote

ABOUT THE STUDIO

Sydney Jackson is a boutique interior design studio based in Ridgefield, Connecticut, specializing in residential interiors that blend traditional character with a fresh, layered, and collected aesthetic. Our projects range from full-scale renovations to individual room designs, with an emphasis on thoughtful details, architectural finishes, and custom millwork.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and organized interior design student or recent graduate to assist with technical drawings, drafting, and CAD work on an hourly, project-by-project basis. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience working directly with an independent interior designer on real residential projects. The role is flexible, with hours varying depending on project needs and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

● Create and revise floor plans, elevations, and other technical drawings using CAD software. ● Develop millwork and cabinetry elevations and detail drawings. ● Translate hand sketches, site measurements, and design concepts into accurate digital drawings. ● Update existing drawings based on design revisions and client feedback. ● Organize and maintain drawing fi les for ongoing projects. ● Support occasional additional design documentation as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Currently studying or recently graduated from an interior design, architecture, or related program. ● Proficiency in AutoCAD or another professional drafting program. ● Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and measurements. ● Ability to produce accurate, scaled floor plans, interior elevations, and detailed millwork/cabinetry drawings. ● Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. ● Familiarity with residential construction, cabinetry, and millwork is a plus. ● Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet agreed-upon deadlines. ● Experience with 3D modeling or rendering software is a plus.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

This is a paid, hourly position with work assigned on a project-by-project basis. Hours will fluctuate depending on the studio’s workload, making it a good fi t for a student or recent graduate seeking flexible experience alongside other commitments.

Work can largely be completed remotely, with occasional in-person meetings or site visits in New York and Connecticut as needed.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a brief introduction, resume, and examples of CAD drawings or technical drafting work (academic projects are welcome) to Sydney Jackson at sydney@sydney-jackson.com.

Please include your software proficiency, hourly rate expectations, and general availability.

SpaceX and SpaceXSI (10/20/26)

SpaceX and SpaceXSI are recruiting architecture students (undergraduate and master’s) to support building design and facility build-out projects.

Students will help develop architectural concepts, drawings, and design documentation for new and expanding buildings and spaces. Work includes collaborating with engineering and project teams on layouts, materials, and functional requirements that support operational needs.

This student-level role offers hands-on experience in design and build-out support. Architecture students who are interested can apply using the links below!

Internships • Spring 2027: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8621770002 • Summer 2027: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8621771002

After applying, please email isabel.altamirano@spacex.com to let her know.

The Urban Resources Initiative (URI)

The Urban Resources Initiative (URI) – both a program of the Yale School of the Environment (YSE) and a New Haven-based environmental non-profit – is hiring Yale student interns to participate in its GreenSkills program this fall and spring!

TheGreenSkills program is a city-supported green-job-training program for local high school students and adults who have barriersto employment. Our crews plant trees along city streets, in parks, and at schools, at the request of New Haven residents,businesses, and community institutions.

To learn more about URI’s GreenSkills program, visit uri.yale.edu/programs/greenskills

The GreenSkills program is committed to promoting environmental and climate justice in New Haven by fostering an equitable distribution of tree canopy across the City’s neighborhoods; by providing paid green jobs and by including New Haven residents as partners in the planning and care of the city’s urban forest.

Our team of Yale planting and office interns supports all aspects of our work – from fundraising and outreach to tree planting and care.

We hope you consider joining our team! We are looking for students who want to a) contribute to the local environment through tree planting, b) build relationships with other New Haven residents, and c) commit to an equity-based approach to environmental work and community forestry.

 Hourly wage is $18/hr (YSE current rate)

 A year-long commitment is preferred, but semester-long internships are possible

 To apply, please fill out the application on the Yale Student Jobs Portal.

 Questions? Please email GreenSkills Managers, Miche Palmer (miche.palmer@yale.edu) and Andrew Zielinski (andrew.zielinski@yale.edu), or call the URI office at (203)432-6189

GreenSkills Planting Team Roles – In-Person

As a GreenSkills planting team member, you will join either our weekday planting team and/or supervise our Saturday youth crews. Regardless of which team you join, you can expect to: learn about urban ecology, tree planting, and stewardship; work outside in variable weather conditions; participate in weekly team meetings; form meaningful relationships with team members who may have very different life experiences from you; connect with New Haven residents about what matters to them in their neighborhoods; and drive large landscape trucks with trees and navigate throughout the City of New Haven to multiple planting sites. Never planted or pruned a tree before? That’s okay! Paid training is provided.

 The fall semester internship starts the week of September 2 through the week of November 24.

 Winter work is available, including tree pruning.

 Spring semester dates are TBD.

Planting Crew Trainer (Adult Program)–

Join members of our non-profit partner organizations New Haven Works, IRIS (Integrated Immigrant & Refugee Services), and The Goodwill Reentry Initiative in the operations of urban tree planting. A valid driver’s license is required. The job includes driving a tree truck, loading trees, digging, mulching, lifting, carrying, and being outdoors; communicating with tree adopters; entering tree points into our database; labeling trees; watering trees; presenting information to a small group; and interacting with other members of the public about trees and our work.

Shifts: Mornings (6:30 am-12:30 pm) and Afternoons (12:00 pm-5:00 pm). Students working on the weekday team are assigned to one or two shifts weekly (for example, Monday mornings). Weekly meetings are required. Fall semester dates are between 9/8/26-11/25/26.

Planting Crew Supervisor (High School Program) - Yale interns will work in pairs to supervise and mentor a team of six high school students in tree planting. The job includes digging, mulching, lifting, carrying, being outdoors, leading small groups, submitting written reports, communicating with tree adopters, and coaching students. A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Shifts: Every Saturday 9/12/26-11/21/26 from 8:00 – 4:30. Shift begins Weekly meetings and pre-season trainings are required.

GreenSkills Office Roles – In-Person

Joining our GreenSkills Office Team is a great opportunity to support the “behind-the-scenes” operations of running an urban forestry program. Program Communications Intern The Program Communications Intern(s) will work closely with both the GreenSkills Program Managers and the Development and Outreach Manager to support essential administrative tasks for URI’s GreenSkills program. They must be comfortable using Excel/Google Sheets, making phone calls, and sending emails and texts. Native Spanish speakers are strongly encouraged to apply. Folks with other language skills, including Arabic and Pashto, are encouraged to apply as well.

The primary tasks expected in this role include:

  • Communicating with tree requestors by phone and email

  • Helping to maintain our tree request database system

  • Preparing and disseminating outreach materials

  • Updating URI’s social media outlets

  • Entering tree requests into the Call Before You Dig system so that our planters are digging safely

Season Dates: Year Long

Shifts: Flexible (6-10 hours per week)

Development Intern

The Development Intern will work closely with both the Development and Outreach Manager and the Executive Director to help write and manage URI’s grants, prospect new funding opportunities, and report back on our programs to funders.

Season Dates: Year Long

Shifts: Flexible (6-10 hours per week)

Architecture Internship - West Hartford (10/5/26)

Work on an active mixed-use development project comprising approximately 8,000 SF of ground-floor commercial space and 30 apartments across four residential floors. The project is in the early design and entitlement stage, with a licensed architect providing professional oversight.

The intern will have meaningful hands-on involvement in the design and development process, including:

  • Building modelling and floor plan development
  • Apartment layouts, unit mix, and commercial spaces
  • Core, circulation, stairs, elevators, roof decks, and balconies
  • Elevations and exterior design concepts
  • Area calculations and renderings
  • Coordination with civil and structural engineers

Qualifications: Strong Revit skills are required. Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, Twinmotion, or similar visualization tools is helpful. Candidates should be creative, technically strong, proactive, and interested in the intersection of architecture, construction, zoning, and real estate development.

The intern will work directly with the owner/developer, architect, and professional consultant team. The position offers significant exposure to the development process and the opportunity to contribute to an active project.

Schedule: 10–20 hours/week, with flexibility around academic commitments and potential for additional involvement as the project progresses.

To apply: Please contact the employer directly with a brief introduction, résumé, and portfolio at johnhdoyle@gmail.com

CEBRA • ARCHITECT INTERN (08/18/2026)

Are you driven by an artistic approach to architecture and working on abstract aspects such as materiality, light, and atmosphere? Do you find it compelling to use both digital fabrication and hands on experience to create new techniques and aesthetic expressions that can push the boundaries of architecture and sustainability?

At CEBRA, we create significant architecture that moves people. By combining a deep understanding of the project context and the client’s needs with a strong artistic ambition, we design meaningful spaces that inspire people, stimulate the senses, connect to nature, and encourage positive change.

You will become an integrated part of everyday life at our studio, where we work in interdisciplinary teams to create projects that are both bold, beautiful, and useful. We take pride in designing holistic, sustainable solutions that evolve over time and stay relevant. With a great sense of responsibility, we create architecture that lasts for generations and is cared for and loved by its users.

At CEBRA we understand the urgency to act, and we feel a great responsibility to create architecture that lasts for generations and is cared for and loved by its users. Our work is rooted in a holistic sustainable approach with which we create solutions that inspire people, connect to nature, and leave a positive imprint.

Take part in the CEBRAeducation

As an intern at CEBRA, you will also be a part of our CEBRAeducation programme, which contains a series of workshops, knowledgesharing events, professional collaborations, and social gettogethers. Throughout the internship, you will be guided by a mentor and be part of a professional design team, where you will work closely together with experienced architects, specialists, construction architects, and the CEBRA partners. As part of our team, you will contribute with valuable ideas and knowledge while also learning from your colleagues.

About you:

You are an architecture student with a high level of design ambition and great software skills. You are curious and passionate about architecture – and you are motivated by our visions. Ideally, we would like you to:

• be a team player. • have an open, positive, and creative mind. • have strong aesthetic skills • have competencies in Rhino and digital fabrication • be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree of architecture or similar • be fluent in Danish and/or English.

About the internship

We are looking for interns for our head office in Aarhus and for our office in Copenhagen with a minimum duration of five to six months and with the possibility of extension.

We evaluate the applications as we receive them. So, no hard deadline for applications. We look forward to receiving your application containing a motivation letter, your portfolio, and your CV, here: https://cebra.teamtailor.com/jobs/8173734- architectural-internship About CEBRA

CEBRA is a Danish architecture and design practice founded in 2001 with a growing portfolio of recognised projects from across the globe. We currently employ a multidisciplinary international staff of more than 80 architects, researchers, construction architects, landscape architects, urban planners, technologists, and communications and business development personnel. Our head office is in Aarhus, Denmark, with a branch office in Copenhagen. Learn more at www.cebra.dk

Fellowships

Hart Howerton Travel Fellowship Program (application deadline 01/17/27)

Hart Howerton Travel Fellowship Program

Background: In 2006, Hart Howerton established the Travel Fellowship as an educational initiative for students at design schools. Each summer, selected Fellows join our New York or San Francisco office for a professional internship and receive funding to pursue independent travel and research on a topic of their choosing.

Through the Fellowship, students gain professional office experience, exposure to collaborative interdisciplinary design, and the opportunity for global travel and research. The perspective gained through the program helps Fellows explore the possibilities available after graduation and approach their careers with greater confidence.

The benefits to Hart Howerton are equally meaningful. Fellows bring energy, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the firm while contributing to the next generation of design thinking. The Fellowship reflects Hart Howerton’s ongoing commitment to educational opportunities for our staff, our clients and the wider professional community.

Travel Study Focus: The firm currently has two research initiatives, and students with similar interests are especially encouraged to apply: • Complete Environments – New and innovative thinking that spans planning, architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. • Healthy Living – Comprehensive design for improved health outcomes in the places we create.

Structure: The Fellowship begins with an eight-week professional internship working as part of an existing Hart Howerton project team, followed by a three-week period of travel and independent research on a Fellow’s self-defined, approved topic. Research findings are prepared as a report, presented to the firm and published by Hart Howerton.

The Fellowship includes: • $11,000 compensation for the 11-week Fellowship internship and travel period. • $6,000 for research expenses during the three-week research period. • $3,000 in housing assistance during the eight-week stay in San Francisco or New York. • Round-trip travel to San Francisco or New York from the student’s school.

Application Process/Fellowship Schedule: The online application is available through our website, www.harthowerton.com. The application deadline is January 19, 2027. Hart Howerton will select a shortlist of up to 10 students for virtual interviews before making the final selections. Awarded Fellows will be announced in early March 2027. Fellows will arrive in our offices in late May/early June, and the program will conclude prior to the start of the fall semester.

Past Hart Howerton Fellows have traveled throughout Europe, Eastern and Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and the United States to study topics ranging from urban food networks and green roof applications to coastal programming strategies. Michael Murphy, founder of AMMA and co-founder of MASS Design Group, for example, advanced his thinking about the role of design in Sub-Saharan healthcare programs as a Hart Howerton Fellow.

Hart Howerton will host an informational session over lunch on November 4th in the 4th floor pit.