Design Intern

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 and a brief cover letter to webmarketing@barrientosdesign.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Barrientos Design & Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.