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Careers

Ziger|Snead Architects is an equal opportunity employer. All current opportunities and open positions are listed on this webpage. Z|S always accepts résumés and portfolios from interested individuals; please be conscious of file size to ensure materials are easy to review. Every applicant is considered through a collaborative review process and two-way interviews, ensuring that hiring decisions are informed by diverse perspectives and grounded in the values of the firm.

Applications are reviewed by the Partners, and potential candidates are invited to interview. Evaluation for hiring typically includes reference and credential checks. Offers of employment are provided in writing with details of the role, compensation, and benefits. 


To apply, submit your resume and portfolio to work@zigersnead.com.

Designer

Designers and Emerging Architects with 2 to 5+ years of professional experience should be able to demonstrate proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite as well as exposure to Grasshopper, Rhino, and other emerging technologies. The ideal candidate is passionate about great design and eager to work across a range of project types and scales, both independently and collaboratively. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to all phases of design in a studio environment that values creativity, initiative, and curiosity.

Qualifications

    •  2+ years of relevant work experience after graduation
    •  Proficient in standard industry software
    •  Creative problem solver with a flexible and collaborative working style

BIPOC Student Fellowship

Through a six-month engagement, Z|S BIPOC Student Fellows can expect a variety of experiences that broaden professional and design skills, including project-based involvement, site visits, networking opportunities, AXP experience, and active mentorship.

 

Fellows will be compensated $24/hour (paid monthly) and will receive a $2,500 award at completion of the Fellowship. Fellows are expected to work in person at the Studio in Baltimore City. Office hours are 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM. Z|S and the selected Fellow will determine specific work hours depending on the Fellows’ specific goals and circumstances.

 

Fellows are encouraged to be on a path to licensure and participate in the NCARB AXP Program. Fellows will receive experience in all six experience areas: Practice Management, Project Management, Programming & Analysis, Project Planning & Design, Project Development & Documentation, and Construction & Evaluation, and will be able to document their experience hours in the AXP program with the help of an identified AXP supervisor at Z|S.

 

At the end of the Fellowship term, Fellows are expected to share a presentation with the Studio that details their experience or a specific interest that was explored during the internship.

Qualifications

  • Applicants must be within 1-2 years of completing their professional degree, or a recent graduate. Other standings may be considered and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

  • Candidates must have a current GPA of 3.0 or better.

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

  • This opportunity is intended for students who have historically faced barriers to entering the architecture profession. These may include, but are not limited to, factors such as socioeconomic background, being a first-generation college student, or other circumstances that have impacted access to educational or professional opportunities in the field of architecture.

Application Process

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed in late April and the selected Fellow will be notified in early May. The 2026 BIPOC Student Fellowship begins in June 2026 and ends in November 2026 (six months). One Fellowship is awarded per year.

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To apply, submit the following materials with the subject: BIPOC Student Fellowship to work@zigersnead.com

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  • Resume

  • Portfolio (10mb or less)

  • Copy of transcript(s)

  • Contact information for one or more faculty reference

  • A letter (200 words or less) that includes the following: 
    » A statement sharing your journey to be an architect
    » Proposed schedule for working hours during the 6-month window

Project Architect / Manager

A motivated architect and designer with a minimum of 8 years of professional experience, ideally with cultural, educational, and/or residential projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about thoughtful, high-quality design and brings proven experience in project management, team collaboration, and mentorship. A strong sense of curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take on new challenges are essential.

Qualifications

   •  Professional Architectural License

   •  8+ years of relevant work experience after graduation

   •  Proficient in standard industry software

   •  Creative problem solver

   •  Strong initiative and leadership skills

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