About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Creative & Design.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring for an entry-level, full-time role supporting architectural design and documentation. This position offers hands-on experience preparing schematic designs and construction documents, collaborating with BIM/CAD teams, and supporting project managers — a strong fit for candidates pursuing NCARB AXP hours and growth in architectural practice.

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What You’ll Do

• Visit project sites to review and document existing conditions.
• Prepare early schematic presentation models, illustrations, and renderings.
• Assist in preparing detailed drawings and construction documents.
• Collaborate with the BIM/CAD Management Group and project teams to coordinate deliverables.
• Support routine project administration tasks such as writing reports and tracking revisions.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to design reviews as assigned.

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What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture required (degree from NAAB-accredited university).
• 0–2 years of professional experience (entry-level candidates encouraged to apply).
• Proficient use of Revit is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fundamental 3D modeling and computer-graphics experience.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with SketchUp, Photoshop, and Rhino.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and CAD standards.
• Interest in completing NCARB AXP experience requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Illinois pay transparency: $60,000—$74,000 USD (range provided by confidential client).
• Full-time benefits (examples):
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Short & long-term disability
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development and mentoring
  • Paid time off and wellness reimbursements
  • Pet insurance plan
  • Hybrid work program — discuss specifics with recruiter

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Why Join

• Early-career growth with a structured AXP-supportive environment.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary project teams and variety of public/private sector work.
• A culture that values work-life balance and inclusion.

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Location & Work Model

• Job location: Springfield, IL (on-site / hybrid as defined by the confidential client).
• Candidates must be able to work in the United States and comply with any state-specific requirements.

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Notes & Compliance

• This listing replaces the employer name with Confidential Client to protect privacy during the recruiting process.
• The salary range above follows Illinois pay-transparency requirements and is provided by the confidential client; no salary has been fabricated.
• This role is posted as a full-time position.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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