Bora Architecture – HBCU Student Internship – Summer 2026 (Apply ASAP)

Bora Architecture – HBCU Student Internship – Summer 2026 (Apply before March 31st)

Organized by BORA

APPLY ASAP. POSTING WILL BE DELETED BY MARCH 31st.

Bora Architecture and Interiors is seeking an energetic, self-motivated student to join our team as a Student Intern in Architecture or Interior Design. We value fresh ideas and diverse perspectives, and believe design is strongest when shaped by many voices. Bora intentionally fosters an equitable, inclusive studio culture through active initiatives such as our Equity Committee and Shades of Coffee POC Affinity Group, which supports community, dialogue, and accountability around equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Interns are welcomed into a collaborative studio that encourages learning, questioning, and meaningful contribution to both design work and firm life. You will gain exposure to a range of project types and design phases while building relationships across the firm grounded in Bora’s commitment to professional growth and a more inclusive and equitable design profession. This 12-week internship is being offered during the summer with a flexible start date.

Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an HBCU in the field of architecture, interior design, or a related field, seeking a student internship opportunity.
• Must have a minimum of two years of higher education in architecture, interior design, or a related field.
• Must have the ability to collaborate in a team, communicate ideas visually, verbally and in writing, are self-motivated and willing to ask questions.
• Must be available to work in-person at the Bora office located in Portland, Oregon for the duration of the internship.

As a student intern you will:

• Regularly meet with a peer mentor for support and guidance.
• Connect with other team members through a series of Bora Chats that span the diverse roles within the office.
• Engage in a variety of project tasks from marketing to project completion.
• Participate in project design and sustainability discussions.
• Assist with presentation materials.
• Learn to use both digital and physical tools (i.e. Revit, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, laser cutter and shop training).
• Assist the project team at various stages of design and documentation depending on the phase and assignment each week.
• Attend client, team, and consultant meetings to gain insight into the project communication and coordination process.

The benefits of this internship are:

• Structured internship experience with well-rounded exposure to a variety of roles and responsibilities within an architectural and design practice.
• An opportunity to build meaningful relationships with professionals in the industry.
• This internship pays $24.50 per hour.
• In an effort to provide equal access, relocation financial support is available.
• In-office bike storage

To be considered, please submit the following application materials to careers@bora.co:

• Statement of why you are interested in Bora and this internship opportunity.
• Your resume outlining your previous work experience, volunteer activities, education, and hobbies.
• Sample of your work, such as, sketches, diagrams, process work, final renderings/drawings/illustrations, research, and school projects to date.

Deadline:
Service Area: Portland Metro
Location: 1705 SE 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Topic: Architecture
Pay: $24 per hour