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CU Denver Architecture and Planning Students!
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Chamberlin Architects is seeking interns who are creative, inquisitive, and talented to join our fourteen-person employee-owned firm.
As part of our team, you will learn and participate in the day to day processes of a thriving architectural firm working on design projects ranging from Hospitality and Healthcare, to Educational and Governmental facilities. Our firm leads the way in sustainability and environmentally accountable architecture and interior design.
For over 40 years our staff has designed exceptional award-winning buildings. Through an open studio environment, our offices foster technical innovation, collaboration, community involvement, and fun!
Our hiring office is located in the heart of Grand Junction surrounded by world class mountain biking, climbing, and skiing. Our second office is located in Rapid City, SD.
Qualifications
• Participating in a program of study for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture
• Learning with a basic understanding of Revit, good writing skills Enscape, Sketchup or other rendering software a plus
• Motivated and self-reliant
Responsibilities
• Be creative, thoughtful, communicative, and level-headed
• Show ambition and resolve to provide great service and great architecture
• Be a problem-solver
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Chamberlin Architects is seeking employees who are creative, inquisitive, and talented to join our fourteen-person employee-owned firm.
As part of our team, you will have opportunities to design everything from small remodels to new multi-building campuses for all sorts of project types including Hospitality, Healthcare, Education (K-12 and higher ed), Government (local, state and federal), Single and Multi-Family, Cultural and Institutional (non-profits).
For over 40 years our staff has designed exceptional buildings rooted in these spectacular environments. We aim to raise the bar for what is built outside of major cities. Through an open studio environment, our offices foster design critiques, technical innovation, collaboration, community involvement, and fun!
Our office is located in the heart of Grand Junction surrounded by world class mountain biking, hiking, climbing, and skiing.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture
• 1- 3+ years working in the field of architecture, or relevant internship experience
• NCARB IDP in process
• Motivated and self-reliant.
• Excellent Revit and writing skills
Preference given to candidates with prior work experience or proficiency in:
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices; LEED accreditation.
• Enscape, Sketchup or other rendering software.
• Producing accurate and complete drawings and specifications.
• Exercising discretion, judgment, and design creativity.
• Product research for detailing integration.
Responsibilities
• Work on project teams with other employees and a wide variety of consultants
• Collaborate on - and eventually lead - the process of defining and designing projects
• Take day-to-day responsibility for design and documentation of 1-3 projects, depending on size
• Be creative, thoughtful, communicative, and level-headed
• Show ambition and resolve to provide great service and great architecture
• Be a problem-solver
Benefits
• Salary Range: 50k-60k based on experience
• Profit sharing and bonuses
• Paid vacation and sick leave, flexible scheduling
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching
• Health insurance
• Continuing education and AIA fees paid
• Personal growth and civic involvement encouraged
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Monument Ridge Elementary
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Deadwood Welcome Center
Meet Some of Our Team Members
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"Grand Junction is like a really big small town – it has benefits of both rural and urban living."
Eric M, Architect | Snowboarder
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"Each one of the smiling faces you see on our Team page is dedicated to make each project unique. They think of the little details and coordinate to ensure each project goes smoothly."
Jessi, Interior Designer
More About Chamberlin
IN HARMONY WITH SURROUNDINGS
The word “harmony” captures the ethos of our firm from personal interactions to our design philosophy.
At Chamberlin we value structures that are in harmony with their surroundings. A well-coordinated, beautiful, and appropriate addition to the built environment requires steadfast vision and perseverance. Our elevated expectations for thoughtful and resonant buildings combined with our specialized knowledge to address unique challenges helps us harmonize despite our diverse backgrounds. Our common goals:
Stay true to a Design Vision
Treat historic structures with care.
Encourage Critical Dialogue
Visionary and practical problem-solving process.
Clear and buildable documents.
Design for high performance using what nature provides.
PLANTING ROOTS IN OUR COMMUNITIES
With offices in Grand Junction Colorado and Rapid City South Dakota, we have found communities that allow us to live the active lifestyles we enjoy in locations offering versatile professional opportunities.
Both communities are highly sought-after outdoor recreation areas with convenient downtown locations close to numerous options for shopping, culture and food.
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Spend just a day with us and you'll hear about our favorite nearby coffee shops, bistros and brewery's, all within close walking distance. This area is so well liked, an energetic Friday after work crowd comes in to enjoy the night life of this vibrant neighborhood.
A fitting bookend to the weekend, Monday mornings are often used to share details of the trail rides, ski runs, hikes, rock climbing, paddle boarding and other weekend adventures before jumping into the company wide team meeting to discuss current and future projects in a casual setting.
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The inspiring landscape and growing communities that make up the Black Hills are a fitting home for an architecture firm. A well-known destination means visitors and residents have a plethora of options for entertainment and culture all year round.
In the last 20 years, Rapid City has grown into the Capstone of Western South Dakota. It's easy to spend the day on the mountain trails or discover the history of the Black Hills. An ever-growing list of performing arts, farmers markets, family events and extensive city parks make Rapid City a perfect place for families young and old.
SWEET SPOT
Chamberlin Architects has found the sweet spot for sharing information, fostering creativity, and generating collaborative interaction.
Our small team of thirteen supports an open atmosphere and sharing of information. Our tight-knit collaboration results in more growth, learning opportunities and cohesive projects
CONDUCTIVE TO CREATIVITY
Our principles have a policy of approachability and camaraderie. Questions are welcome.
An environment conducive to creativity and the exploration of ideas as been intentionally fostered. Learning opportunities don't pass by without being shared with the team. We can draw upon a wide variety of experience and areas of expertise to cross-check concepts and test ideas.
Face to face project meetings take place spontaneously or are scheduled within our conference rooms. Each person has access to a companywide calendar. We use teams, zoom, and email to communicate and arrange virtual meetings when preferred. Easily accessible central locations allow for consultants, suppliers, extended team members, family and friends to drop in easily.
