KURISU LLC (www.kurisu.com) is seeking a Landscape Design Intern with foundational skills in drafting and graphic representation. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), AutoCAD, and familiarity with 3D modeling tools such as SketchUp. Ideal candidate is curious about integrating emerging AI tools into the design process—using them for visualization and to support the design principal in concept generation.

Requirements: strong graphic sensibility, working knowledge of landscape systems, and an interest in Japanese garden design or healing and therapeutic landscapes. The role requires curiosity, attention to detail, organizational skills, and flexibility to support a range of tasks as project needs shift, along with the ability to take direction and work thoughtfully within a fast-paced studio environment.

Project work may include editing plans and sketches in Photoshop; assisting in preparing design presentations; CAD drafting and material takeoffs; developing AI-assisted renderings; surveying; and supporting general studio tasks.

This internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students in landscape architecture (minimum 2nd year) or related dual-degree programs, as well as recent graduates. The position is in-person summer internship based near Tigard (Portland metro area), with hours and duration flexible for the right fit. Kurisu’s general ofc hours are M-F 7:00 AM-4:00 PM and estimated hours/week is 24-32.

Compensation: $18-22/hr. commensurate with skill/experience.

Please send a resume, portfolio (PDF under 10 MB or website link), and cover letter to Kuniko Kurisu at kuniko@kurisu.com, with Kathryn Finnigan (kathryn@kurisu.com) CC’d.

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