Current Opportunities
Ivy Studio, a high-end residential design firm, is seeking 1-2 entry level candidates to grow their team. Email Tom Fronter (@email) if you're interested.
Come join our award-winning design studio!
Richardson & Associates is a small landscape architecture firm making a big impact on landscapes throughout New England and beyond. The firm is located just minutes from the ocean, mountains, and the beautiful city of Portland, Maine. We have an outstanding roster of high-quality projects currently in the office and on the horizon, and are seeking a talented individual to become an integral part of our growing team.
Richardson & Associates fosters a collaborative work environment that encourages design excellence, quality, and innovation. Our projects are diverse in scale, dynamic in range, and typically include working on integrated teams with a variety of like-minded allied professionals in many fields.
The office’s portfolio includes a diverse range of high-quality, design-focused projects in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Project types include recreational, institutional, streetscapes, historic, civic, community/downtown, brownfields, and residential projects. The majority of the firm’s distinctive residential work occurs on the state’s rugged coast and islands as well as within the mountains and alongside the lakes of the state’s interior.
Landscape Architecture Internship
R & A offers the right applicant hands-on experience in the office as well as out in the field and on job sites. We are excited to provide an excellent learning opportunity and exposure to diverse activities and projects.
We are interested in talking further with those who have a passion for design and an eagerness to learn.
Additional information:
- This internship position is anticipated to be full-time and can begin at any time of the year.
- Compensation is commensurate with experience.
- For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to continue working with Richardson & Associates full-time after graduation.
If you believe you may be the right fit for our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out at [email protected].
Salary Range: Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Duration: Seasonal Internship
Remote: In-Person
Company Address: 11 Middle St., Saco, ME 04072
Project Assistant - Landscape Designer / Landscape Architect
Richardson and Associates is looking to grow our team with individuals offering a variety of experience levels to help complement the needs of the studio.
We are seeking a project collaborator with a BA/BS degree in Landscape Architecture/Design who have strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills and are comfortable taking on a variety of tasks. This position is expected to contribute to the diversity of project types (public, private, non-profit) with which the office is involved from their inception through to their completion: this includes project coordination, planning, analysis, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, bidding administration, report writing, and permitting, as well as construction documentation and administration. Applicants should have an interest in a very hands-on design process, including playing an active role with clients, other team members, and contractors.
Applicants should be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment involving day-to-day management of multiple projects across a wide spectrum of types, sizes, and tasks. Candidates should also demonstrate a high degree of competency in areas of design and have excellent written, graphic, and technical skills. Proficiencies in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp
(and/or other 3-D modeling software) is required. This individual must be a team player, have strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, and be comfortable managing a diversity of tasks.
We offer a competitive compensation package which includes medical benefits, retirement plan (employer match at 3%), and a relocation allowance. Please send questions about the position to [email protected]. If you believe you may be the right fit for our team, we’d love to hear from you: please send a letter of interest, résumé, and work samples / portfolio to [email protected].
Salary Range: Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Duration: Full-Time
Remote: In-Person
Company Address: 11 Middle St., Saco, ME 04072
Fallingwater, the architectural masterwork designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, seeks applications for the McKenna Foundation summer landscape internship.
Fallingwater Summer Landscape Internship (2 openings)
Job Description: The landscape internship will consist of outdoor work for the Fallingwater grounds and the completion of a project that combines design work and hands-on work. The interns will work independently and alongside the Fallingwater Horticulturist to complete their projects and implement improvements to the landscape. Tasks will include weeding, planting, monitoring and removal of invasive plant species, and pruning. The interns work under the direct supervision of the Horticulturist and the Senior Director of Operations. Interns will additionally be advised by an outside landscape architecture professional. Several educational field trips are part of the internship. The intern will increase their skills and knowledge in plant identification, plant care, and design of the landscape.
Qualifications: Enrollment in a master’s program or undergraduate program in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Plant Science, or related fields of study is required. Experience with Adobe Photoshop and CAD or other drafting software or hand drafting experience is preferred but not required. Applicants must have the ability to perform hands-on outdoor landscaping and gardening tasks in a variety of weather conditions. Some experience working outdoors or plant care experience is a plus.
Position Duration: Ten weeks, beginning in late May and ending in early August. Interns will be expected to work during normal business hours (typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), forty hours per week.
Location: Fallingwater is located in rural Mill Run, Pennsylvania and is approximately 75 miles southeast of Pittsburgh. Shared housing on site is provided. Access to a personal vehicle is recommended due to the remote location of Fallingwater; there are no stores or amenities within walking distance of on-site housing.
Pay: This internship pays an hourly wage of $17.00 and includes free on-site housing. Interns are responsible to provide their own food, linens, laundry supplies and incidentals.
Application Process: To apply, email the following items as PDF files to [email protected] and list Landscape Intern in the subject line.
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation (employer or professor)
- Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Learn more here.
INTRODUCTION: This unique summer internship program offers the opportunity to work with and learn from two public gardens. Berkshire Botanical Garden is a not-for-profit public garden established in 1934. Located on 24 rural acres, the Garden consists of 26 display gardens and specialty collections, and three greenhouses. Naumkeag, a gilded-age style estate with restored gardens designed by landscape architect Fletcher Steele, is a National Historic Landmark preserved by The Trustees of Reservations. The Trustees is one of Massachusetts’ largest non-profits and the nation’s first conservation and preservation organization. Both gardens are situated in the beautiful Berkshire Hills of Western Massachusetts, a few minutes from the center of the historic village of Stockbridge. The area is home to many cultural institutions and numerous natural sites.
DESCRIPTION: This horticultural internship program is designed to offer hands-on experience at Naumkeag and Berkshire Botanical Garden for those with a passion for and interest in horticulture and public gardens. Interns will work with horticulture staff and volunteers in all phases of public garden maintenance and development. This includes planting, weeding, watering, mulching, pruning, propagation, IPM, plant identification and interacting with visitors. An ongoing program of intern training sessions, public education programs, and staff field trips are offered to help broaden the students’ horticultural horizon.
Summer internships are for 12 weeks, 40 hours per week and generally start mid-May. The program includes shared intern housing at the Naumkeag estate and a stipend of $12.00/hr. A car is encouraged although not required.
The deadline for applying is March 1, 2026. Earlier applications will receive earlier decision.
REQUIREMENTS: Previous gardening experience and/or course work in horticulture, public gardening, or landscape design is preferred. Applicants must be responsible, self-motivated, and capable of the sometimes strenuous nature of gardening.
APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and an application which can be downloaded from www.berkshirebotanical.org/internships. Email all documents to Eric Ruquist, Director of Horticulture at @email. Questions? 413-298-3926 Ext. 20
Learn more here.
PWP is offering a full-time summer internship from June 1 to August 7 2026. PWP has a long-standing commitment to linking education and practice. Since the inception of the firm, PWP has offered an internship program that provides students an opportunity for immersion in the working environment of a firm committed to built work. The PWP Internship Program allows students to gain exposure to the inner workings of PWP and our team. The students are not the only ones who benefit from the internship experience…the staff welcomes the energy, enthusiasm, and fresh thinking that the students bring.
Every summer, several students are inserted into project teams where they experience all aspects of a project, from concept through construction documents, in order to understand the real world application of their studies.
Learn more and apply here.
JOB DESCRIPTION
About Wellspring Cooperative: Wellspring Cooperative is a non-profit community development corporation (CDC) creating a solidarity economy that is cooperative, equitable, democratic, and sustainable. We work with historically under-served communities in the Greater Springfield region by developing a network of worker cooperatives and by supporting community-led initiatives to cultivate cooperatives and collective well-being.
Job Overview: This is a half-time position (20 hours/week). It is a remote position with frequent in-person meetings and events in Springfield and Holyoke, Massachusetts. The Communications Coordinator will support Wellspring Cooperative’s mission in general, including program work and communications. A successful candidate will be able to work both independently and collaboratively with the rest of the team on shared projects.
Reports To: The Communications Coordinator will report to the co-directors.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Communications: With Development and Programs staff, collaboratively develop and implement our communications strategy. Create, edit and publish/distribute external communications including social media posts, annual reports, and newsletters. Manage communications platforms (Mailchimp, Instagram, Facebook, Canva).
Community Engagement: Be a point person for the Community Engagement Committee to build relationships, coordinate volunteers, maintain membership and volunteer lists.
Updating and editing WordPress website, and serving as liaison with website manager.
Support political education efforts in Holyoke and Springfield. Support mutual aid and community outreach events. Identify areas of improvement for Wellspring outreach and collaboration.
Documentation: Video, photography, and interviews to document Wellspring events.
Google Workspace: Work as Google Admin to manage Wellspring staff accounts. Manage and organize archive materials (documents, photos, videos) in the Wellspring shared drive.
Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent experience
Community engagement experience preferably in the Greater Springfield area
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
Strong copywriting and content creation skills. Ability to create accessible and engaging educational materials, flyers, and visual aids
Able to work well in a team and facilitate team meetings with a collaborative orientation
Able to work with diverse populations with respect and cultural/class sensitivity
Proficiency with computer programs e.g. MS Office or LibreOffice, Google Workspace, Canva.
Able to work under pressure and stay on top of deadlines and communications
Excitement about learning new skills and ideas
Preferred skills
Spanish language proficiency
Familiarity with solidarity economy practices and critiques of current exploitive economy
Experience with technologies and best practices for campaigns across multiple platforms (for example, Little Green Light, MailChimp, Canva, WordPress)
Photography, videography, Canva design, and editing experience a plus
Compensation: $25 - $33.75/ hour depending on experience, plus benefits.
Application deadline: Open until filled
How to apply: Please send a cover letter, 3 references, and your resume to: @email with the SUBJECT heading: Communications Coordinator Application.
The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) is a mission-driven regional planning agency serving nine Greater Lowell communities. We partner with municipalities to address housing affordability, transportation access, sustainability, economic development, municipal service capacity, and regional coordination and collaboration. Guided by our Strategic Plan, NMCOG focuses on data-driven and implementation-oriented solutions that help communities move from plans to action. We offer a flexible, hybrid work environment, excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits, and a collaborative, supportive team culture.
Transportation Planner I or II Salary Range: $65,000–$85,000
The Transportation Planner supports NMCOG’s transportation planning work and the Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization (NMMPO). This position focuses on transportation planning, data analysis, regional coordination, and advancing projects related to safety, active transportation, transit, and roadway improvements. Level (Planner I or II) will be determined based on experience. Learn more about this position here: https://www.nmcog.org/jobs.aspx. Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Candidates selected for interviews may be asked to provide a writing sample or work example. NMCOG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E-Verify.
Regional Planner Salary Range: $55,000–$75,000
The Regional Planner works directly with municipalities on a wide range of local and regional planning initiatives, including housing, land use, transportation, sustainability, and economic development. This role involves research and data analysis, drafting plans and policies, supporting community engagement, and helping translate community goals into actionable strategies. Learn more about this position here: https://www.nmcog.org/jobs.aspx. Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Candidates selected for interviews may be asked to provide a writing sample or work example. NMCOG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E-Verify.
SWA/Balsley (NY) is offering full-time, paid Spring internship positions from June through Aug 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, working closely with our principals and staff designers on a wide variety of projects, both domestic and international, across all phases of design.
BSC Group is dedicated to engaging the community, sparking creativity, shaping the future, and achieving results. Our planning practice is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Planner to support a wide array of projects, including land use/zoning, urban revitalization, community and master planning, climate change/resiliency, transportation, and permitting support. Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team of planners, designers, engineers, and scientists on the design, presentation, documentation, and production of various urban revitalization, planning, and zoning projects. BSC offers a flexible hybrid work option.
The Town of Needham, MA has just opened a PT Zoning Specialist within their Planning and Community Development department.
- Applicants must be enrolled in a landscape architecture program or recently graduated from one.
- Selection is based on both an evaluation of the applicant’s application and available positions.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) required.
- Proficiency in 3-D modeling programs preferred (SketchUp, Rhino). Proficiency in hand sketches desired.
- Self-motivated and willing both to work independently and to collaborate.