Intern Architect

®; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec invites applications for an Intern Architect to join our Vancouver team. You will work with an Architect to develop plans, elevations, sections, 3D renderings and details tailored to client needs. You will help apply innovative approaches and sustainability strategies across projects.

Responsibilities span BIM modeling, design critiques, code interpretation, and documentation across architectural phases, with field exposure and site observation where applicable.

Qualifications

• .Rationale: Degree and professional registration track; minimum 3+ years experience.
• Experience in civic/education/healthcare projects is required.
• Studio/team environment; office setting with sit-stand desks.
• Exposure to field work and adaptation to site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs through sketches, models and BIM workflows.
• Prepare and revise drawings across architectural phases.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Review shop drawings and submittals; respond to RFIs.
• Lead coordination meetings and manage project timelines.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to standards.

Skills

Accessibility codes

Building codes

Space planning

Verbal/written communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in architecture

Tools

Revit

Newforma

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

As an Intern Architect you will work in a team environment, in collaboration with an Architect as required by the project. Together you will be developing plans, elevations, sections, 3D renderings and architectural details for projects, tailored to the needs of the client. You will have opportunity to contribute to the on-going development and application of innovative approaches to delivering high-performance architecture as we seek to build on the foundation of our achievements to date, bringing an informed and nuanced sustainability strategy to all our projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for projects of small to medium complexity/size.
• Engages in the development of a design through sketches and electronic models.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings.
• Participates in design critiques and pin-ups.
• Interprets and applies building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases.
• Participates in bidding and negotiation phases and prepares addenda.
• Reviews shop drawings, submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports.
• Leads project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owners and their stakeholders, contractors and sub-contractors.
• Assists in the preparation and coordination of the project specifications.
• Follows quality control procedures established by the practice.
• Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of accessibility codes, applicable building codes.
• Knowledge of building construction systems, materials and industry associated standards.
• Detailed understanding of all phases of architectural document production.
• Ability to conduct space planning in coordination with building program.
• To develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.
• Self-critical of your own work for accuracy and completeness.
• To manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• To engage in creative and critical thought personally and in a team environment.
• To interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material with engineering disciplines.
• To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written).
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, & Newforma.
• Able to work independently under supervision of a senior professional.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field and on track towards professional registration. Minimum of 3+ years of experience.

Experience in civic, education and healthcare projects is required.

The work is conducted in a studio / team environment in an office setting, working with computers. Encouraging physical movement, each desk is provided with a sit-stand configuration to avoid being sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$63,200.00 - $88,400.00 Annually

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Vancouver
Organization: 1443 Buildings-CA British Columbia-Vancouver BC
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Entry Level
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 05/11/2026 02:11:42
Req ID: 1008744