2027 Summer Architecture Intern – TKDA, Bloomington

TKDA, the engineering, architecture and planning firm based in Minnesota, is recruiting a 2027 summer architecture intern for its office in Bloomington. This TKDA internship runs from Tuesday 25 May to Friday 13 August 2027, about 40 hours a week with occasional overtime, and pays 20 to 24 dollars an hour depending on the expected graduation date.

What the intern will do

Interns work alongside architects, interior designers and landscape architects on construction documents and specifications for educational, governmental, corporate and industrial projects in Minnesota and across the US. The role covers the project lifecycle from schematic design to construction, with regular collaboration with civil, electrical, mechanical and structural engineers. The position is mainly office based, with occasional flexible or hybrid arrangements.

Who can apply

• Undergraduate students working toward a BSArch or graduate students on a Master of Architecture programme
• Training or experience with AutoCAD and Revit, plus MS Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred: an environmental design emphasis, earlier internship experience, knowledge of construction methods and documentation, and Lumion, SketchUp or Adobe Suite

Out-of-state students are encouraged to apply and may qualify for housing assistance. The program includes software training, mentoring, networking and seminars, and TKDA says formal interviews for all its internships begin in late October 2026. Selected candidates complete a standard pre-employment background check. Apply via the application link.