DESIGN INTERN

PART TIME • DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE, WI

About the Role

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Intern to support our architectural team on a wide range of public-sector and infrastructure-focused projects. This part-time internship offers hands-on experience in architectural design and project development within a collaborative environment. Interns will contribute to design development, technical drawing production, research, and team coordination, gaining exposure to real projects and professional workflows.

About Us

At Barrientos Design & Consulting, we specialize in designing impactful Operations & Maintenance facilities across the US. Our agile, values-driven team is deeply committed to technical excellence and community-focused design. This position plays a vital role in supporting our operations, allowing our architects to stay focused on delivering thoughtful, functional spaces for our clients.

We’re in an exciting phase of expansion, driven by a growing portfolio of public-sector and infrastructure projects. As demand for our expertise increases, we’re thoughtfully scaling our team to support both current work and future opportunities. It’s a great time to join a firm where design integrity, leadership, and long-term growth go hand in hand.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing design concepts, diagrams, and presentation materials

• Support the production of construction drawings and documentation

• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and internal critiques

• Conduct material and code research under supervision

• Help maintain project organization and digital file standards

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Architecture or related field (4th or 5th year students with senior standing preferred)

• Strong interest in learning through hands-on project involvement

• Experience in Revit, Enscape, Excel, and the Adobe Creative Suite is preferred

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Barrientos Design

• Collaborative culture with a passion for problem-solving

• Diverse portfolio with an emphasis on Operational & Maintenance environments

• A chance to grow professionally while contributing to projects that matter

• Supportive, in-office environment based in Milwaukee, WI

• You will be part of a company establishing standards, benchmarks, and best practices for the O&M industry

Reports To: Project Manager
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Part-Time

To apply, please send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!