CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

We are a vibrant, well-established landscape architecture firm with an emphasis on sustainable design and placemaking and a studio culture rooted in communication, collaboration, and excellence.   While not currently hiring, we are always interested in qualified applicants to join our studio.  Positions are for full-time, in-person work at our office in Santa Cruz, California, and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan; see details below. If you’re interested, submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio, maximum size of 12MB, to amhallal@jlja.com. 

DESIGN ASSOCIATE

Position Summary:

• 1-5 years experience in a design firm

• Draft plans and details accurately and efficiently.

• Produce design studies and image sheets.

• Assist project managers and principals in completing design construction packages.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in landscape architecture.

• Proficiency in current AutoCAD.

• Proficiency in Adobe Design Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

• Experience preparing construction documents.

• Proficiency in Sketch-up'; other 3-D modeling and rendering programs are a plus.

• Proficiency in Land F/X is desirable.

• Ability to sketch, develop design studies, and complete graphic illustrations.

• Good team collaboration and strong communication and time management skills.

• Detail, deadline, and multi-task oriented.

• Legal authorization to work in the USA.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP

Any applicants interested in applying for Summer 2026 should submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio to amhallal@jlja.com (maximum size of 10MB). Applications will be accepted from December 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026 with a candidate selected by mid-March.