Landscape Architecture + Planning Co-op or Intern

Job Description

Detailed Job Description: Landscape Architecture + Planning Co-op / Intern

About Langan:
Langan is a leading provider of expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services, catering to a diverse clientele including major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs across the U.S. and globally. With over 50 offices, Langan fosters a collaborative environment where employees gain valuable hands-on experience, supporting career growth. The company culture is entrepreneurial, encouraging innovative technical solutions, robust training, knowledge sharing, and progressive community engagement.

Consistently recognized among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan is committed to attracting and retaining top industry talent. Employees thrive in an inclusive and supportive work environment that prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety. Langan actively encourages volunteerism and philanthropy, offers workplace flexibility, and provides carbon-neutral office spaces, empowering individuals to make impactful contributions.

Job Title: Landscape Architecture + Planning Co-op / Intern

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Job Summary:
Langan is seeking a motivated Landscape Architecture + Planning Co-op or Intern to join its collaborative team in Philadelphia, PA. This role is pivotal in providing comprehensive planning, design, and permitting assistance for a wide array of Landscape Architecture and Planning projects. The selected individual will have the unique opportunity to partner cross-functionally and gain invaluable industry experience by working on a diverse portfolio of projects. This may include, but is not limited to: urban revitalization and streetscape design, retail and commercial developments, school and university campus planning, healthcare facilities, smart growth planning initiatives, community design, rooftop and courtyard projects, and brownfield redevelopment assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Documentation Assistance: Assist the Landscape Architecture team with the planning, design, and permitting of landscape architecture, civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects. This involves utilizing various design, engineering, and graphic software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator) and equipment to prepare high-quality landscape architecture and design documents.
• Regulatory Analysis: Support with zoning, ordinance, and permit assessments. Assist in determining project feasibility by analyzing collected data and regulatory requirements.
• Document Preparation: Aid in the preparation and modification of various design and engineering documents, including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates, and design plans for diverse projects.
• Site Assessment: Assess crucial site characteristics such as soil composition, terrain, hydrological features, and topographical and geologic data. Analyze their potential impact on project planning and design, utilizing reports, maps, drawings, design and engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as requested to support project needs and team objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture.
• Experience: Prior related internship experience is desired.
• Academic Standing: A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Highly creative with exceptional computer skills in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Sketchup, AutoCAD, Rhino, and Excel.
• Communication & Organization: Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel: The ability to occasionally travel to other regional Langan offices.

Application Requirements:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial academic transcripts.

Compensation & Benefits:
Langan offers a comprehensive compensation package and a rich array of programs and benefits designed to advance employees’ careers and enhance their quality of life. Our benefits include:

• Medical Coverage: Full-time employment company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Insurance: Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Retirement: 401(k)/Roth with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Includes parental leave, military leave, and other paid time off.
• Bonuses: Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Professional Development: Educational reimbursement programs.

In addition to these benefits, Langan also provides employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training opportunities, wellness programs, and buddy and mentoring programs, among many other initiatives.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Langan is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We firmly believe that an inclusive workplace is fundamental to the well-being and success of all our employees.