DLR Group · 7 hours ago
Building Performance Design Intern | Summer 2026
Denver, CO
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$20/hr - $25/hr
Start in 2026 SummerDLR Group is an integrated design firm committed to elevating the human experience through design. The Building Performance Design Intern will collaborate with design teams on sustainability-focused projects, contributing to climate strategies and design performance documentation.
Architecture
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with other design team members in the integrated design process for various projects
Contribute to sustainability‑focused design work, applying principles such as energy efficiency, embodied carbon reduction, water and ecological conservation, human health and wellness, and resilience
Develop proficiency in primary design performance tools such as Covetool, Zero Tool, C.Scale, mySidewalk and other proprietary DLR Group design tools and methods
Update Design Performance data for projects such as LEED, Net-Zero, presentation materials using PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite to support design efforts
Support our sustainability commitments, such as AIA 2030, SE 2050, MEP 2040, and Materials Pledge, and contribute to developing project specific climate strategies
Engage in meetings to ensure effective coordination of 2025 operational carbon analysis for DLR Group’s business operations
Explore and gain a deeper understanding of design performance documentation and processes
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in a Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture degree program (NAAB-accredited university strongly preferred) or a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Design Engineering or other sustainability focused degree program
Completed 3 years of design education prior to the start of the internship
Experience with climate analysis and establishing design performance goals based on project context and client drivers
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship
Preferred
Experience with Cove.tool, C.Scale, mySidewalk, Zero Tool, Climate Studio, Lightstanza, or other design performance software
Excellent visual, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills
Previous internship experience
Experience with Mural (visual collaboration software)
TO BE CONSIDERED, A CURRENT PORTFOLIO OR WORK SAMPLES, PREFERABLY IN PDF FORMAT, IS NOT REQUIRED BUT PREFERRED
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k) plan
Employee stock ownership
Bonus opportunities
Company
DLR Group
DLR Group is a full-service design business that specializes in new construction architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning.
Founded in 1996
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Steven McKay
Chief Executive Officer
Amy Riley
Architect
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