Architectural Assistant - Fixed Term Practice Placement

General Information

Posting Date: 10-07-2026

Time Type: Part-Time

Job ID: 9180

Areas of Expertise: Building Transformation + Adaptive Reuse

Job Category: Architecture

Education, Residential, Sciences

Locations

London, United Kingdom

Description

Your Role

Gensler’s London Studio is offering a part-time opportunity for a Part I Architectural Assistant to work with us while completing the first year of their Part II studies. This role is for 3 days per week (24 hours) for a fixed-term contract between Oct 2026 to late June 2027. You will be working on a variety of projects across sectors including commercial, sciences, education, residential and mixed-use environments. You will have some experience in Revit and technical design and be a highly motivated individual with a proactive attitude and eager to learn.

You will work with Architects and Interior Design colleagues across Gensler’s practice areas, bringing a positive, communicative and collaborative approach. As a member of the team, you will be fully integrated into design teams, participating hands-on and collaborating directly with team members, across all RIBA stages.

What You Will Do

• As an Architectural Assistant, you will tap into your boundless creativity to contribute towards the design of unique environments, developing your design knowledge from concept to completion of projects working across all the RIBA design stages, but with an emphasis on stage 3 onwards.
• Designing world-class buildings.
• Involvement with all phases of the design process, including programming, concept design, schematic design, design development, specification and tendering processes.
• Support the Principals to develop the client, contractor and design team communications, developing and maintaining strong external and internal relationships.
• Prepare plans, elevations, details and sections through to detailed construction drawings.

Your Qualifications

• RIBA Part I commencing a Part II study program in Autumn 2026, with some experience in design, detailing and/or construction documentation.
• Understanding of Revit is a must, while experience in Rhino, Grasshopper, and 3Ds Max is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding graphic presentation skills.
• Creative, original thinking and technical understanding, which is demonstrated through a well-rounded portfolio across design, detailing and technical elements.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.

Life at Gensler

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, pension, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

Notice to Applicants

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under applicable regulatory laws.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable regulatory laws.

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