Student Internship - IT - Summer 2026

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone. 

Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from workplace and mixed use to education, hospitality, cultural institutions, digital tech, and more. Whether we’re dreaming into a future learning environment, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful. 

Your Role

As a Summer IT Intern in Gensler's Washington, D.C. office, you will join our creative studio environment for a full-time, paid internship opportunity. 

This is a full-time program running from June2 through August 7, 2026. You must be available for the entire duration of the program. 

What You Will Do

• Work as a member of our help desk team and provide general technology support for end-users

• Troubleshoot and support our workstations, laptops, printers, plotters, video conferencing units and other peripherals

• Maintain and support administrative, graphics and CAD applications in mixed Windows and Macintosh environments

• Perform workstation and telephone additions/moves/changes

• Support documentation, system backup and recovery and application upgrades

Your Qualifications

•  You have completed your first year and are working towards a Bachelor’s degree in the Information Technology or related field
• Proven troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to disconnect, lift and move PC's and Monitors (50lbs) to new workstations
• Knowledge of basic desktop troubleshooting, including Windows 10 and Mac OS

Your Additional Characteristics

• Resourceful and self-motivated

• Enthusiastic team playerDemonstrated leadership in their school and/or community

• Ability to produce timely deliverables and manage multiple/shifting priorities

• Ability to work independently, navigate and maintain productivity in a matrix environment

*The estimated compensation range is $24-25 per hour determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

How to Apply

Submit an online application including a resume and cover letter in PDFform. 

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