Audiovisual Systems Design Intern

Job Description

About DLR Group

DLR Group is an integrated design firm committed to elevating the human experience through design. This commitment fuels our work globally and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. We champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are actively pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are initial signatories of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Our core values include commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, and teamwork, all working together to elevate the human experience through design.

Job Title: Audiovisual Systems Design Intern

Team: Specialty Services

Role Type: Seasonal Internship (Summer 2026)

Position Summary

As an Audiovisual Systems Design Intern at DLR Group, you will be an integral part of our dynamic and multidisciplinary design team. This role focuses on working and learning to produce innovative audiovisual designs for commercial, educational, and municipal buildings of varying sizes and complexities. You will contribute to projects that aim to elevate the human experience through thoughtful and integrated design solutions.

About the EPX Program at DLR Group

This internship is part of DLR Group’s Emerging Professional Experience (EPX) Program, designed to provide diverse perspectives on the needs of a design enterprise and the vast possibilities for growth within the design profession. The EPX program aims to provide a strong foundation for building your career and exploring opportunities within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. The program is structured around three major components:

• Mentorship: Guidance from experienced professionals.
• Work: Hands-on project experience in a real-world setting.
• Weekly Classes: Comprehensive learning sessions covering a wide range of topics, including:
  • EP-specific onboarding
  • Design culture
  • Marketing and business development
  • Sustainability
  • Design technology
  • Communication style education
  • Resource and project management
  • Construction site opportunities
  • Research
  • Equity
  • Design agency
  • Career next steps

You will also have the unique opportunity to hear directly from DLR Group’s top executives and integrated designers throughout the program.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with architects and engineers as part of our integrated design process.
• Learn the tools, technology, and workflow involved with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how contemporary designers deliver successful projects.
• Accompany team members on site visits to project locations to observe the real-world results and implementation of your designs.
• Assist in developing concepts, performing calculations, creating models, reviewing drawings, and supporting overall project execution.
• Perform 2D Drafting and 3D Modeling using Autodesk Revit Software.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a relevant engineering discipline, or a program related to sound design, audio arts, video production, or other areas of study concerning the installation or use of audiovisual equipment.
• Excellent communication, technology, and organizational skills.
• Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to easily switch between projects while maintaining task oversight.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• A genuine desire to learn about the architecture/engineering design process.
• Must be at least a third-year student at an accredited university.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with drafting programs such as Revit.
• Goal-oriented with strong skills in problem-solving, creativity, and attention to detail.
• AVIXA Recognized AV Technologist Certificate or other equivalent certified credentials.

Location & Work Schedule

• This seasonal position for Summer 2026 will require approximately 40 hours of work per week.
• This role will be based in the office, following DLR Group’s four-day in-office work model (with flexibility to work remotely on Fridays).
• Opportunity to be based in one of the following cities:
  • Chicago
  • Cleveland
  • Seattle

Visa Sponsorship Policy

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. This includes temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including OPT and CPT), TN, J, H-1B, or for those who would require employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation & Benefits

• Suggested Pay Range: $20 – $26 USD. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills.
• DLR Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and wellness programs
  • Flex spending accounts
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock ownership
  • Bonus opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

DLR Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.