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Intern | Landscape Architecture & Planning

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking a Landscape Architecture / Planning Intern in ourAllentown, PA office. This internship is designed to provide exposure to the landscape architecture and planning field, foster professional growth, and help you develop foundational skills for future career advancement. You will work closely with experienced team members, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn about landscape architecture and planning practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with writing, designing, and formatting portions of a project or plan
• Develop graphics for visual communication and performing data entry for inclusion in plans, reports, and meeting content
• Provide technical/CAD drafting support
• Organize files, records and necessary data/information
• Perform and summarize research regarding municipal zoning and other code and ordinance requirements and examples
• Perform field inventories and analyses of project sites and study areas to prepare written documentation of observations and conditions
• Assist with public engagement and outreach related to planning projects including attendance at miscellaneous meetings or community events as may be required by the project (some may be after normal business hours in the evenings and/or on weekends)
• Communicate with external clients and work collaboratively with a team
• Work under the supervision of an assistant project manager, project manager, or senior-level team member
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Requirements:

• Student working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning or related field
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Working knowledge and familiarity of AutoCAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred), ArcGIS, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), 3D Modeling (Sketchup and/or Rhino), and experience with virtual reality is a plus
• Design and graphic skills and the ability to generate and articulate design concepts and solutions
• Basic plant material knowledge specifically of Pennsylvania plants is a plus
• Ability to learn and apply applicable codes and regulations
• Experience with data research analysis, particularly Census Data, is preferred
• Team player possessing strong communication and organizational skills and strong writing skills
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver's License is required
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people's everyday lives? Find out why it's #Good2bHRG:

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm's financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It's about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you'll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG's people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic's Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work: We've been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We've also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution. Apply now to be part of a company that truly values its people.

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