Internships

Architectural Designer

According to Computerworld, Temple University is one of the most desirable places to work in IT in the country. As a result, Temple €™s College of Liberal Arts receives generous funding for its Information Technology department, which enables us to create innovative new ways to combine technology and education.

We are able to provide CLA IT interns with hands-on experience using cutting-edge technology, including computer systems, software, and photography and film equipment. Numerous projects are currently in progress and tailored specifically to help you develop real-world skills in a fast-paced, professional working environment. You will work directly with CLA IT supervisors as well as CLA faculty, with the opportunity to customize projects to meet your specific strengths and skills.

Broad Area Projects:

• College/Department Awareness and Promotion - increase awareness of College and IT department as well as web and campus presence through implementation of student photography, video, and writing
• Website Development and Design - update and streamline current College/IT Department websites through implementation of writing and creative web design
• Building and Classroom Management and Design - redevelopment of current classrooms and space utilization; plan and design all aspects of potential building expansion and renovation plans

The College of Liberal Arts is currently seeking applicants for internships that will begin in spring 2010. The internships are term-based and provide course credit if desired.

Position Description: The purpose of this position is to assist in the planning of future building expansions and projects within the College of Liberal Arts. Projects may include- but are not limited to- building annex design and classroom planning. This position is intended for undergraduate students seeking internship credits toward graduation; however, non-credit internships will also be considered.

Typical Job Duties:

• Creating plans for new classrooms and renovation ideas for existing rooms
• Designing new building ideas for expansions to currently existing CLA structures

Qualifications:

• Prior background in building design and layout
• Strong sense of creativity
• Must be computer proficient

For applicants seeking course credit, we require a time commitment of approximately 140 hours. This is equivalent to 20 hours per week during a seven-week summer session or 10 hours per week during a fall, spring or summer-long semester.

If you are interested in applying for an internship within the College of Liberal Arts IT department, please click here (PDF) to fill out an application. E-mail your completed application, your resume, and a copy of your portfolio or a minimum of four samples to CLA IT internships.

Last updated Monday, December 7, 2009