Opportunities

We love working with students and recent graduates who are curious, motivated, and invested in design.

    • One internship offered each year

    • Deep, hands-on exposure to residential design practice

    • Mentorship from experienced designers

    • Meaningful project involvement—not busywork

    We prioritize quality mentorship and experience.

    • Ideal for new or soon-to-be graduates in architecture

    • Hands-on role supporting residential design and documentation

    • Opportunities to grow in responsibility, skill, and confidence

Someone Who Thrives Here…

  • Feels genuinely energized by residential architecture and placemaking

  • Brings a strong design sensibility, curiosity, and close attention to detail

  • Enjoys collaborating with homeowners and builders to shape thoughtful solutions

  • Approaches design challenges iteratively

  • Is comfortable with, or eager to learn, Chief Architect (current), SoftPlan, or AutoCAD

  • Appreciates sketching, modeling, and visual communication (SketchUp and rendering a plus)

  • Learns new tools and workflows quickly, with a growth-oriented mindset

Let’s Connect

If RDS feels like a potential fit:

  • Submit a resume and portfolio (PDF or web link) and

  • Include a short note about what draws you to residential architecture

We respect the time you’ve put into the presentation of your work, so please know we review and respond to each submission.