Architectural Student Intern

Collage; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive benefits package (medical,

Vision coverage

Professional certification and dues

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Hariri Pontarini Architects in Toronto, ON is seeking a Design & Approvals Intern for the Winter/Spring term (January–April 2027). You'll support architects and designers, contribute ideas, and help advance project deliverables across all design phases.

The ideal candidate is enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Architecture or Interior Design, has completed at least 3rd year, and presents a portfolio with an innovative design process.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Completed 3rd year or first year of graduate program.
• Portfolio showcasing an innovative design process and thoughtful solutions.
• Proficiency with industry software including Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp and Adobe CC.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design teams on architectural and interior projects.
• Engage in practical learning, mentorship, and educational sessions.
• Support architectural communication across multiple scales.
• Assist with production, detailing, and coordination of design projects.

Skills

portfolio

team collaboration

creative design

learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture/Interior Design

3rd year completed / 1st year of graduate program

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

SketchUp

Rendering software familiarity

AI tools beneficial

Job description

Design & Approvals Intern Toronto, ON $22 - $24 CAD per hour

Vacancy Status: This posting is for a future vacancy (Winter/Spring term).

Number of Vacancies open: 2

Term Details: January - April 2027.

About Us

Hariri Pontarini Architects is a leading Canadian architectural and urban design firm. Driven by a commitment to design excellence, our practice is committed to advancing cities through enduring buildings and inspired public spaces. Our firm’s portfolio covers a diverse range of cultural, academic, mixed-used, multi-unit and private residential, healthcare and commercial projects.

Position Description

Join our team at Hariri Pontarini Architects as a Student Intern and play a key role in supporting the development of innovative and high-quality architectural work. In this role, you will collaborate closely with architects, designers, and project teams to contribute ideas, explore design solutions, and help advance project deliverables across all phases of design. In this role, the student will apply their creative design and software skills to complete the production, detailing, and coordination of a wide range of unique, complex, and high-quality projects.

If you are eager to grow your design skills and take on creative projects with new directions and perspectives, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and innovative environment while building your architectural career.

We are seeking to fill this role for the Winter/Spring term - January - April 2027.

Responsibilities

• Participate in various architectural and interior design projects in collaboration with our Design teams
• Are involved in practical learning, educational sessions, and mentorship opportunities
• Learn to focus on delivering successful architectural communication of projects at various scales
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and project needs

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Architecture / Interior Design program
• Completed 3rd year of an undergraduate program or the first year of a graduate program
• A portfolio that presents an innovative design process and thoughtful solutions
• Skills in using architectural industry standard software including Revit, AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Sketch-Up and select rendering software

Tools and software that our Student Interns use

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Rhino
• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Familiarity with rendering software (Lumion, Enscape, D5, Vray)
• Knowledge of any Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools would be beneficial

At Hariri Pontarini Architects (HPA), our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where collaboration and innovation thrive. We are proud to be a Great Place to Work® in Canada (2022–2025/2026) and one of the Best Workplaces in Professional Services (2024 and 2025).

Our studio space is a spacious, open environment that reflects our design philosophy and supports collaboration and innovation in working spaces. We believe architecture has the power to elevate the human experience, and our workplace is designed with that intentionality. Our studio features ergonomic furniture, spacious workstations, advanced IT tools, and state-of-the-art facilities.

HPA offers core working hours of Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with hybrid and flexible work options. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, professional certification and membership dues, and employee referral bonuses.

We take pride in our vibrant studio culture, which includes annual holiday events, ski days, weekly snack afternoons, ping pong tournaments, and a company softball team.

HPA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AI Usage Disclosure

We do not use artificial intelligence at any stage of our recruitment, screening, or hiring process.