Job Description
Who We Are
Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company; it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stem from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.
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What We Do
Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 59,000 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 50,930 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.
*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q4 2025
Benefits That Matter
A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
Competitive pay that values your contributions
Incentives designed to reward your achievements
Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration
Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
Monthly phone reimbursement
Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app
An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option
Position Overview
We are looking for a talented architect to help plan, design, and execute on multiple exciting student housing projects throughout the country. You’ll be part of our small in-house design team which is made up of highly skilled architects, interior designers and urban planners. We take on the scope of all early feasibility studies for each potential site the company looks at which includes site planning, full floor plans of the building, and exterior design presentations. As both the client and the designer rolled into one, you will have the unique opportunity to influence every stage of the design and become a key decision maker on how we re-shape the cities that we work in.
What You Will Do
Have a notable and tangible effect on the built environment, across multiple asset types in cities around the country
Guide site planning, zoning analysis and building massing
Collaborate on exterior and interior architecture, space planning and implementation
Develop, design and prototype new ideas, innovations, initiatives, and special projects
Gain an intimate understanding of the real estate development industry
Skip out early, stay up late, get inspired, inspire others, create, collaborate, gear up, get down, stress out and have fun
Occasional travel may be necessary as needed
Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ideally, You'll Have
3+ years of architecture experience in Multi-family or Student Housing development design support
Proficiency in SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, and/or other CAD, 3D modeling, & rendering software
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes
Strong business acumen, phenomenal people skills and ambition to grow in your role
You'll crush it if you have experience with
Residential and commercial housing sectors, including multifamily, student housing, and single-family projects
Hospitality environments and related project workflows
3D modeling and graphic design tools to support project development and visualization
Partnering directly with developer clients to deliver high-quality project outcomes
Organizational Structure
Reports to: Manager, Project Designer
Disclaimer
Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.
Pay Range
USD $85,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Yr.
Additional CompensationEmployees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, typically 10% of base salary annually, depending on individual and organizational performance.
