Design Analyst (Design Strategist Development Program) - United States

BEFORE APPLYING

Gensler's Design Strategist Development (DSD) Program is an 18-month, on-the-job training program for early-career professionals interested in design strategy. Visit the DSD program website before applying to determine your eligibility and prepare the application requirements. To be considered for the program, you must upload a personal dossier as a single document, that does not exceed 5MB, and is a maximum of ten (10) pages.

Please Note: This is a two-part application. Applications for Part I will be completed here. You will receive an email invitation to complete Part II of your application after you complete Part I.

Applications are due January 8, 2024. The seventh cohort of the program is currently planned to begin in August 2024.

Gensler's Strategy Practice is focused on how space, technology, policies, and services support the changing nature of work and learning. We use in-depth user research and engagement to explore and develop strategies that enable our clients to meet their business and organizational objectives. We help our clients manage change to ensure new ideas take root.

Design Strategy at Gensler is focused on enabling transformation - our creative and collaborative approach enables impactful change and evolution of our clients' organization, culture, and environment. We are a diverse, multidisciplinary team of creative and analytical thinkers who apply proven research tools and practical methodologies to solve complex problems related to space, people, operations, finance, and technology.

Your Role

As a participant in the DSD Program, you will join the firm as a full-time analyst and receive a competitive salary and benefits package. The program will provide you the opportunity of a full-time Design Analyst role as well as training and professional development to kick-start your career. During this 18-month program you will develop key skills and build a strong foundation in core functions, systems, software, operational tools, and organizational processes. You will participate in Program Bootcamps, a Design Strategy 101 course, Personalized Professional Development, research and thought leadership participation, global leadership forums, and a networked global community.

You will be a core member of our multi-disciplinary teams working with a wide range of clients to evaluate their current conditions, define their goals, and develop integrated strategies for how their environment, technology, policies, and services can support their objectives. Your work will span a wide range of scales, from pilot projects to global strategies and programs. You'll conduct research efforts, synthesize data into meaningful insights, and develop innovative future state solutions. You'll help design and lead our clients through robust processes to engage with a variety of stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Deliver solutions that bear the full breadth of Gensler's strategy capabilities
• Structure and perform analysis, and conduct research to uncover the insights that support our recommendations to clients
• Create verbal, written, and visual communications with an emphasis on problem framing, storytelling, and information design
• Plan and conduct ethnographic research studies, analyze field data, and communicate actionable insights and opportunities
• Develop vision sessions, focus groups, workshops, and interviews
• Work with clients from Fortune 500 companies, world-class institutions, non-profit organizations, startups, and more

Your Qualifications

We are looking for ambitious candidates with a design background and a passion for tackling tough problems using unconventional insights into people, processes, and the places where they collide. We seek graduates who inspire the people around them, who bring a fresh perspective to their work, and who can work collaboratively within individual studios and across geographic boundaries.

Ideal candidates possess a background in designing for the built environment and have demonstrated exceptional leadership through past academic and/or professional achievements. Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills are critical. Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously is a must. Candidates should be self-starters, quick-learners, and exude an entrepreneurial spirit.

• An undergraduate or master's degree in architecture, interior design, environmental design, urban design, industrial design, real estate, design strategy, organizational development, or similar fields. A degree from an accredited institution (when applicable) is preferred.
• A professional or educational background in the design of the built environment (architecture, interior design, urban design, etc).
• Professional experience related to your field of study; your experience may include relevant internships and/or co-op experience.
• A strong academic background. A minimum of a 3.0 cumulative American GPA (or equivalent from your country of study) is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong graphic and persuasive writing skills.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and processes.
• An interest in user research, design strategy, and space programming.
• The following technical skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign)
  • Basic skills in AutoCAD, Revit, 3D and multi-media technologies is a plus

Critical considerations before applying: You must follow all application directions and meet the Personal Dossier submission requirements outlined here.

How to Apply

Part I:

• Submit the first part of the online application through Gensler's Careers page.
• Part I - US Application (this application)

Part II:

• Upon successful completion of Part I, you will receive an email with instructions on Part II, which will include submitting your Personal Dossier. Submissions without a Personal Dossier will not be considered.
• Part II may be accessed here

Part I & Part II will remain open until January 8, 2024.

**If the position is located in New York, NY; the base salary range will be estimated between $68-83k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

If the position is located in Los Angeles, CA; the base salary range will be estimated between $63-77k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

If the position is located in San Francisco, CA; the base salary range will be estimated between $68-83k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

If the position is located in Seattle, WA; the base salary range will be estimated between $63-77k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

For all other locations, the base salary range will be based on their local market.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.