Entry Level Architecture Designer

Industry

Cities & Places

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

​​​​ At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As an Architecture New Grad in New York City, you will too. You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company! We’ll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You’ll be immersed in the process of creating multiple building designs and drawings through freehand sketch and the use of design software such as AutoCAD and Revit. Alongside senior designers, you’ll be able to scale, model and construct world-class work for our clients across the globe. Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can grow and thrive – today and into tomorrow. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. position.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Active Candidate for NCARB’s AXP Program 
• 3.0 GPA 
• Strong architectural design and graphic skills 
• Ability to work collaboratively within the team as well as independently
• Knowledge of and/or proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Rhinoceros, Grasshopper and Photoshop. 
• Experience with performance modeling software, such as Ladybug, Honeybee, Energy Plus and WUFI. 
• Experience with rendering software -e.g. V-Ray, Enscape, - and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint 
• A previous internship , or professional work experience related to your field of study 
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs 
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills 
• A portfolio of applicable recent design work

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

62,500.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

94,600.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $62,500.00 to $94,600.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 21, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
San Antonio	Texas	United States
Houston	Texas	United States
Austin	Texas	United States