Architectural Graduate - Charlotte, NC

Design Collaborative is seeking an entry-level Architectural Graduate who is passionate about creating people‑first places. This role is ideal for a curious, creative, and solution‑oriented designer who enjoys owning their work, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and seeing projects through from concept to construction.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to projects from Conceptual Design through Construction Administration
• Develop architectural designs, models, and construction documents using Revit, CAD, and BIM tools
• Collaborate with internal design team and consultants to deliver integrated, high‑quality solutions
• Present design ideas to clients, contractors, and colleagues
• Partner with Project Managers to meet design goals, schedules, and budgets
• Participate in client meetings, project coordination, and on‑site construction observations

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NCARB‑accredited program
• 0-3 years of professional architectural design experience
• Prior internship or professional commercial design experience in one or more of the following markets preferred: Education, Workplace, Financial, Religious
• An understanding of the full project lifecycle, from programming through construction
• Experience in Revit, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organization, communication, and time‑management skills

Why Design Collaborative?

Design Collaborative is a people‑first design firm guided by six core values: put people first, own it, love what you do, give back, have fun, and live up to our name. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where designers are empowered to contribute, grow, and make an impact.

Founded in 1992, Design Collaborative is a multidisciplinary firm of architects, engineers, interior designers, environmental graphic designers, and project managers. Our integrated studio model encourages collaboration across disciplines, resulting in engaged teams and thoughtful, high‑quality designs that truly improve people’s worlds.

Ready to design meaningful places with a team that values people, collaboration, and great design? We’d love to meet you.