Internship, Universal Creative – Architecture & Engineering Design (Summer 2027)

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program

• Applications Close: October 26, 2026, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!

• Summer 2027 Program Dates: Approximately May 2027 – August 2027.

JOB SUMMARY

Help bring innovative attractions and experiences to life as an Architecture & Engineering Design Intern with Universal Creative. In this role, you will collaborate with architects, engineers, and creative teams to support the planning, design, and construction of theme park attractions and facilities.

Through hands-on project work, you will gain exposure to the full project-development lifecycle, from early design concepts through construction integration. You will assist with design coordination, contribute to project documentation, support design development activities, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering and creative disciplines. This internship offers an opportunity to build practical design and project coordination skills through research, presentations, site visits, and real-world project experiences while learning how teams transform creative ideas into immersive guest experiences.

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and compile attraction, architectural, and site information to support concept development, planning, and project coordination activities.

• Coordinate attraction concepts alongside architectural and show designers, engineers, and other related disciplines to support cohesive project execution.

• Generate and revise 3D models, architectural renderings, presentation graphics, and 2D CAD/Revit drawings or sketches as needed to communicate design intent.

• Assist in the development of design documentation, drawing sets, and project deliverables through various phases of design and construction.

• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews, coordination meetings, and project workshops with creative, technical, and construction teams.

• Support required field observations, site walks, and construction progress reviews to help identify design integration issues, verify existing conditions, and assist with solution development in both active construction and operational environments.

• Document existing field conditions, track construction progress, and coordinate field verification information with project teams

• Assist with review and coordination of consultant drawings, shop drawings, submittals, and design revisions under team supervision.

• Support project scheduling, meeting documentation, and coordination tracking to help maintain project organization and communication.

• Demonstrate the ability to organize, prioritize, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position requires a portfolio of work examples – if available, include a web address with your resume.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• In pursuit of a Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Senior or above.

• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.

• A transcript is required upon application.

• Skillset includes Drafting, 3D Modeling, Sketching, Illustration

• Software proficiency with Revit, Navisworks

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite, primarily Excel

• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Preferred majors include: Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Sketchup and Adobe Suite

• Knowledge of Autodesk Forma (formerly Autodesk Construction Cloud)

Please note the following

• This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.

• Interns must be currently purs