Entry Level Landscape Architecture Design Professional - Summer 2026 (FED/STL)

We are searching for an Entry Level Landscape Architect to join our team in St. Louis, MO.

In this position you will use best practices and knowledge of landscape architecture principles to support project teams with the development of high value solutions. This position works independently but collaboratively on planning teams to deliver a wide range of planning and design projects, including Department of Defense (Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps), US Intelligence Community or a range of federal civilian agencies. This position is responsible for all related activities in the development of exterior spaces and physical environments. They support the development of project solutions including analysis, designs, details, specifications, estimate costs, and work with multi-disciplinary teams or outside consultants as needed.

Projects can range from small, medium, or larger-size master planning and design efforts. Responsibilities will include supporting planning recommendations developed by the team, project validation, and corresponding documentation in compliance with all applicable client, project, government, and Federal/DoD policies or criteria. Planning projects may also include feasibility studies, Vision Plans, Area Development Plans and Installation Development Plans.

To be successful in this position you must possess a working knowledge in the application of philosophies and techniques of planning and landscape architecture as well as in research, data collection, field investigation and interviews. Exceptional English language skills, both written and verbal, are required as you will need the ability to capture information and direction through written note taking, sketching, and graphic development and to verbally present information to team members and clients regarding work products.

You will follow the direction of senior team members to develop reports, presentations, graphics, construction documents, and specifications; Provide graphic design elements including deliverable page layouts, various charts/figures, brochures, posters, slide shows, and provision of deliverables in a variety of media formats.

You will leverage your critical thinking skills to solve complex problems, and take a new perspective using existing solutions. Your most impactful responsibility in this role will be supporting our clients and to do so while living inclusion every day. For us, this means creating a culture of belonging where we all thrive by, embracing all perspectives. An inclusive culture with many perspectives through diverse backgrounds allows us to leverage knowledge, leadership, and connection to bring forth opportunity, creativity and growth.

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. This position will require the chosen candidate to work in our Jacobs office at least 4 days per week.

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) or a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) from an accredited institution

Experience with Microsoft Office Applications and Autodesk AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or GIS.

Candidate will be expected to travel to fulfill this position. Travel is usually a couple of days up to one week at a time, but could be up to two weeks in some instances

United States Citizenship

Ideally you will also have

• experience with: 3d Modeling & Design, Revit, Civil 3D, concept rendering tools, SketchUp 3D Modeling, and Land Fx

• Prior internships with a firm providing landscape architectural services

• Willingness and ability to apply for and obtain a Security Clearance

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.