Entry Level Designer CALA (Callander Associates Landscape Architecture)

Overview

We believe in creating places that bring people together, and we’re passionate about building an amazing team as we design vibrant public spaces. If you’re ready to grow, collaborate, and make a real impact in the communities we serve, we’d love to hear from you!

Our San Jose Studio is looking for a creative, motivated, energetic designer to join our collaborative team. This is an entry-level role, perfect for someone excited to jump in, learn, and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Studio Needs : We’re looking for a creative mind with a passion for design, strong communication/public speaking skills, and the confidence to share ideas. The ideal teammate brings positive energy to everything they do and is eager to learn, collaborate, and grow. This is a great opportunity for someone at the start of their design career who’s ready to contribute, have fun, and make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

The Designer plays a key role in supporting projects from concept through delivery. This position assists with design development, graphics, and renderings; helps prepare bid packages; and coordinates with vendors, manufacturers, and clients to keep projects moving forward. Designers are actively involved in presentations, site walks, and project meetings, while ensuring drawings, documents, and files meet office standards. Beyond project work, this role contributes to business development, professional growth, and office initiatives, bringing creativity, collaboration, and a positive attitude to every task.

Your Superpowers

• Jump in on projects with fresh ideas, sketches, and design support.
• Collaborate with teammates and contribute your own creative flair.
• Help bring presentations and project designs to life with graphics, renderings, and good vibes.
• Communicate confidently with peers, clients, and the community.
• Grow your skills and confidence while making an impact on real projects.

Your Must-Haves

• Degree in Landscape Architecture
• Creativity + hand graphics (we love sketches that bring ideas to life).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office .
• Great communication skills and a collaborative spirit .
• Bonus points: Land F/X, SketchUp, ArcGIS.
• Sense of humor + good vibes

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A supportive, collaborative team in our San Jose studio.
• Opportunities to grow your design and communication skills.
• A chance to contribute to vibrant community spaces.
• A workplace that values creativity, balance, and fun.

To learn about more benefits, our culture and the cool projects we get to work on, go to:

Who we are : We design spaces that matter — rooted in teamwork, guided by relationships, and inspired by community.

Though a small business with 23 teammates across four studios, our CALAfam is curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great design strengthens communities. Are you ready to flex your creativity, collaborate with an incredible team, and help shape spaces that make a real impact?

TO APPLY

Email our HR Director at the following:

Cover letter : Make it a good one, AI is awesome, but we want to hear your voice. Include why you want to work for CALA, what you love about Landscape Architecture, what you will bring to our office, and where you see yourself in 5 years.

Resume

Portfolio : Please only include 6-8 pages that best represent you. Large multi-page portfolios or links to portfolios are highly discouraged at this point in the process.

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