STUDENT AND GRADUATE CAREER GUIDE Gensler is in search of bright, dynamic and innovative designers; individuals who leverage their unique point of view to redefine what is possible through the power of design. We invite you to explore how you can make your mark at Gensler within the global network of team members, clients and communities in which we work.

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MEET our team 05 gensler voices 06 our design approach 07 Design at every scale 09 Practice areas + locations 11 explore the intern experience 13 launch your career 15 beyond the design studio 17 work-hard, reward-hard 19 hints and faqs 21 how to apply 22

Student + Graduate Career Guide meet gensler Click the play buttons our team voices to open the links.

At Gensler, we are a constellation of many stars. You’ll find interior designers, product designers, Each of our team members represents the best talent architects, graphic designers, web designers, urban within their discipline, bringing a unique design point designers, master planners, brand strategists, real of view to the table. We come from many backgrounds, estate consultants, and information management perspectives and cultures. We all thrive on the results experts, among others. We are many voices that come of an integrated approach to design, and we are together to provide excellence for our clients, and it is committed to Gensler’s vision of making great design within this dialogue that you can make your mark. work for our clients and communities around the globe.

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Student + Graduate Career Guide our design approach

INFORMED Purposeful INFORMED Collaborative Great design is based on deep and thoughtful Design works to sustain our communities, celebrate Great design is based on deep and thoughtful Dynamic results are produced by dynamic teams, research. culture, and provide value to those we serve. research. bringing diverse points of view to every project.

The Tower Ecole Nationale Gensler The at PNC Plaza Jacobe Martin Henriquez Office Avenues

Pittsburgh, USA Jacmel, Haiti Los Angeles, USA Kuwait City, Kuwait

Rising 33 stories near the confluence of the Allegheny With project funding from Honeywell, Operation USA Gensler LA is an eye-catcher, its transparent main Given the scale and complexity of The Avenues, and Monongahela rivers, The Tower at PNC Plaza enlisted Gensler to provide design services for the façade revealing the kinetic activity inside. Conceived Gensler assembled a team of specialists from its offices symbolizes PNC’s commitment to the city. Plans for reconstruction of the Ecole Nationale Jacob Martin from the outset as a flexible, technology-rich around the world to tackle the project. Gensler’s the tower embrace three broad strategies that guide Henriquez, a school damaged by the 2010 . innovation lab, the office keeps pace with its fast- master planning group and landscape architects led decision-making and forge an integrated solution: moving teams. Floating conference rooms line the the early design phases, assisted by a core group of responding to the climate, driving organizational Gensler proposed single-story buildings that could centerpiece— a skylit atrium and stair that define a urban designers, architects and retail experts. Working productivity, and contributing to the Pittsburgh be constructed simply by local builders. To promote vibrant social and visual hub. More than half the space collaboratively, the team shaped the districts as though community. local redevelopment, all supplies, from construction is collaborative, with project, team, and conference they were building a city. materials to furniture, came from within the country. To lessen the building’s energy dependence, the design rooms, impromptu work areas, and the Red Zone, the To simplify navigation through the expansive mall, team integrated several passive strategies. They Jacmel’s school now serves more than 400 students main communal space for the office. configured the tower to maximize southern exposure Gensler brand designers and environmental designers in grades K-7 who otherwise cannot afford primary and trimmed the lease span to 35 feet. These two The new office supports the present and future needs unified each district with custom graphics and education. The rebuilt school not only provides moves created the optimal geometry to bring daylight of a globally connected, tech-savvy design collective. easy-to-understand wayfinding solutions. Like a city children a safe place to learn during the country’s deep into the workspace, minimizing the need for And it dramatically displays Gensler’s commitment to neighborhood, The Avenues features environmental reconstruction, it enables local engineers to learn how electric lights. downtown LA as the showcase of the city’s renowned markers and distinct graphic patterns that help to build structures capable of withstanding future creative sector, one of the engines of the shoppers find their way. and hurricanes. economy.

Student + Graduate Career Guide design at every scale

600+ meters 60 centimeters Tower Luxo Ninety Task Light

we create impact at a range of scales From a wine bottle label to the tallest building in China, Gensler’s work spans scales, communities, disciplines and decades. Our approach is about integrating the design disciplines, recognizing that real client solutions leverage design thinking and rigorous research to redefine what’s possible at every scale. Student + Graduate Career Guide you name it, plug-in Gensler’s got it at any scale Practice local Areas + global Whether you’ve pinpointed the exact type of project you enjoy, or if From 3 people to 300, you can find an office community and project opportunity that matches your personal you want an opportunity to try a little of everything, Gensler’s portfolio learning and professional development goals. In fact, the range of opportunities at Gensler is infinite, allowing provides depth and diversity to match your passion and curiosity. our team members to explore design ideas seamlessly, from local to global.

Aviation + commercial Brand Design office building consulting corporate Transportation developers campuses

Financial education + health + hospitality culture entertainment serviceS firms wellness

life media mission planning + sciences critical mixed use urban design UNDER 50 50 - 100 100 - 200 200+

Abu Dhabi Austin Minneapolis Baltimore Phoenix Bangkok Raleigh Atlanta product PROFESSIONAL RETAIL RETAIL CENTERS SPORTS + DESIGN SERVICES FIRMS RECREATION Beijing San José Bangalore Chicago Charlotte San Ramon Costa Rica Detroit São Paulo Denver Los Angeles Doha Seoul La Crosse London Hong Kong Singapore Morristown New York Las Vegas Sydney San Diego San Francisco TALL BUILDINGS WORKPLACE City Tampa Seattle Boston Shanghai Miami Toronto Tokyo Dallas Washington, DC explore the intern experience

Given Gensler’s size, I never One of my goals at the beginning of I learned so many things that school gensler’s thought my internship would be the internship was to become more cannot teach you. I realized that so personalized. I was paired with familiar with the construction side my work affects other people every a small, talented team of designers of design. Gensler exposed me to a day, and that design can have a intern that made sure I was involved in lot of things I had not had learned wonderful effect on others. every phase of the design process. before. I had the opportunity to network I gained so much experience and spend a lot of time on submittals, Phoenix Each year, Gensler’s intern class made so many lasting connections! shop drawings and construction site represents the best emerging talent visits to see it all come to life. I feel from over 45 schools across the San Francisco much more prepared and confident My internship with Gensler allowed world. Internships in each of our about my abilities for licensure in me to work directly on projects that offices provide unique hands-on the future. were actually happening. I could see experience in real projects, working I came to Gensler eager to learn the progress from an idea, to paper, side by side with our design teams and found that the firm was equally Phoenix to reality. and clients. In fact, Gensler has eager to teach! Gensler is full of hosted over 2,000 internships, mentors always willing to share San Francisco developing a growing network of knowledge. future designers. Washington, DC

If my internship is any indication of what it’s like to join the firm, then the collaborative count me in. Being surrounded by so much talent, enthusiasm and and international drive is contagious.

Chicago opportunities at Gensler are My greatest achievement from my internship was realizing that my unparalleled in opinions and ideas are valued.

Las Vegas scope, creative resources and expertise.

Student + Graduate Career Guide launch your career

I chose Gensler because of the My favorite part of working During my student years it was a Become seemingly limitless opportunities. here is the feeling of belonging dream of mine to intern for a Top It was my intent to get involved in to something big, powerful 3 Architecture firm. Gensler was, a multitude of project types and and influential. I love having of course, at the very top of my gensler’s design phases early in my career. knowledgeable colleagues within list. I couldn’t believe it when I was reach. I’ve learned how important chosen to be a part of Gensler’s newest My favorite part of working team work is and how interpersonal intern class. After several months of here is the “attitude.” At formal skills are just as important as design weighing post-graduation options, member design reviews or even in passing and technical skills. I knew that I wanted to make a You’re ready for the next step after conversations, there is a sense permanent return to Gensler. school, and you’re looking for a of creative urgency that you can Seattle challenge. You want to test your feel. The office culture encourages The projects and people at Gensler design ideas on a broader platform experimentation and reinvention. stimulate and motivate me to be a and watch them come to life for This attitude, coupled with Gensler’s better designer every single day. I real clients and communities. You resources, creates a workspace enjoy the culture of the firm. You are looking to launch your career. conducive to the creation of some hear people talk all the time about Gensler is the place. great ideas. how unique Gensler is in that sense. I’m challenged on a daily basis to I have discovered that I am inspired learn and grow. Learning can be by my colleagues as much as the very uncomfortable, but there are architecture. There are very bright my favorite part always people who are guiding me minds here that are willing to listen, and mentoring me. I think that’s one challenge, and teach. I have heard of working here of the things that makes Gensler architects who have been here for so special. None of my friends from 20+ years say that every day feels is the “attitude.” school work for architecture firms like they only just started. at formal design with that kind of atmosphere.

Los Angeles reviews or San Francisco even in passing conversations, there is a sense of creative urgency that you can feel.

Student + Graduate Career Guide beyond the design studio

Delivering Community Impact Even beyond our work, Gensler is committed to creating positive change within communities. A powerful sense of civic responsibility— rooted in the values of our staff and strongly supported by the Gensler culture—finds many outlets for giving back to the cities and regions where we live and work. We’ve developed products with local university students for solar powered homes, designed masterplans for community neighborhoods and rebuilt schools and homes in communities recovering from natural disasters.

Right: Kids playing at Gensler-designed Ecole Nationale JM Henriquez in Haiti

Exploring the Next Big Idea Learning impacts everything we do, including our ability to deliver cutting-edge innovation to our clients. At Gensler, “learning” and “doing” are intertwined. It is a hallmark of professional excellence. In fact, Gensler offers 3,500+ internal learning programs for its team members across the firm each year.

Right: Interns exploring a Gensler project site before its opening

As a leading corporate citizen, some of our most Gensler team members extend the Giving Back With Passion pursuit of their passions beyond important work the studio, enriching their own Gensler has donated over $1 million US dollars to community perspectives and using their design causes through efforts led by Gensler staff with company support. happens outside skills to help others in need. Additionally, our firm has awarded almost $150,000 in academic scholarships to students and graduates. Above: Gensler Habitat for Humanity the office team helping build a home for a local family

Right: Gensler team celebrating their winning design at a charity fashion show

Student + Graduate Career Guide work-hard, rewARD-hard

of the most of the top 50 countries around Gensler is a 15 profitable US 33 US Fortune 500 99 the world are companies are companies are home to Gensler work-hard, Gensler clients Gensler clients clients reward-hard culture Talented teams drive Gensler forward through ideas, connecting and celebrating accomplishments across our firm. Gensler’s approach to compensation and benefits echoes this commitment to collaboration and shared 2,145 success. current Gensler clients around the globe

Great People Great Benefits Great Work In addition to our work, Gensler • Gensler is 100% owned by employees through an employee stock Each year our teams and projects 2013 2012 leads the industry with its ownership plan (ESOP) receive numerous awards for World Architecture Architectural Record Top 250 commitment to great talent. • Profits are distributed through an annual profit-sharing plan leading the industry. #2 in Overall Ranking Architecture Firms Here are a few awards that • Paid overtime #1 in Interior Design #1 Firm celebrate our focus on building • Twice-annual bonus opportunities Here are just some of the ways #2 in Architecture the industry’s most talented • Retirement plan Gensler stood out in the industry #1 in Central Asia, Central & ENR Top 500 Design Firms design teams: • Medical, dental and vision insurance this year: Eastern Europe, North America #1 Architecture-only Firm • Licensure and professional development reimbursement #1 in Hospitality, Offices, Heritage, #2 Top Green Design Firms 2012 • Certain eligible tuition program reimbursements Retail and Sports Building Design + • Pre-tax plans for healthcare saving Top 5 Most Admired Practices Building Design + Construction Construction Magazine • Transit/parking programs #1 Most Green Accredited Staff 2012 Best AEC Firm to Work For • Basic life and AD&D insurance Interior Design | Top 100 Giants • Work/life balance and wellness programs #1 Firm Training Magazine # 1 in Office, Retail, Government, 125 Top Training Firm Transportation and Cultural

2010–2013 *Candidates should verify their eligibility for benefits based on American Institute of Architects office location and employment details. IDP Outstanding Firm Award

Student + Graduate Career Guide hints how + faqs to apply

Q: Will I be stuck doing one type Q: With a firm so big, will anyone Q: I’m interested in sustainability. of work or picking up red lines? take the time to help me learn? How does this impact my gensler. potential future with Gensler? com/ A: No. The range of opportunities at A: Teaching and mentoring are an A: Sustainability informs our Gensler and its learning culture essential component of how design approach and is deeply careers encourages early-career talent to we work. Consistently, the embedded within every Gensler Gensler’s career website is your explore multiple project types. feedback from our interns and project. We are proud to bring first stop for joining our team. In Team members are often staffed early-career hires indicates that leading minds in sustainable addition to browsing the content across multiple projects to finding and sharing expertise research to the design table. on this page, the “Search Job provide diversity of experience with mentors is a strength As part of our commitment Opportunities” link will allow you and exposure. Participation of the Gensler experience. to sustainability, Gensler to search openings in all of our in design teams is hands-on While the network of the encourages its team members offices and submit materials for and will range from sketching firm may be large in size, the to gain their LEED AP+ consideration. out design ideas to preparing relationships you build one-on- credential as early as possible. construction documents and one with your project teams Securing this credential prior to working directly with clients. will foster enriching, rigorous applying to Gensler helps you and very personalized learning stand out. opportunities.

Browse openings by office location Q: When applying for a job, can Q: What software should I know? Q: What should I consider when or description keywords. I apply to all Gensler offices? preparing for an interview or ! submitting a portfolio? If you’ve already established a profile, you can login to update, tell us what you’ve been up to, or apply A: While flexibility is helpful, A: Gensler believes in an A: Be yourself! We want to get to for additional opportunities. having a compelling reason to integrated design and delivery know you. Tell us about your join a particular location will process. Developing a familiarity unique perspective, your design ! If you don’t see the perfect match, set you above other applicants. with Revit will help you jump in point of view, or your particular you also can fill out a general We recommend that you with our design teams across background. Help us understand application form. thoughtfully propose two or the firm. While a greater level how your voice enriches the You’ll also find other ways to three Gensler locations that of Revit experience will allow dialogue at Gensler, and why you ! connect with us through our blog, are of greatest interest to your you to accomplish design tasks think our firm is the best fit for Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. professional goals, and tell us more quickly, you do not need you. why you’ve chosen these offices. to be a power-user immediately. And, Gensler offers regular classes to fine-tune your skills or learn new aspects of common ! software programs.

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