Architectural Intern - Sustainable Housing Projects

Placements24; Upington; Presencial; ZAR 56.000 - 89.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid internship

Mentorship

Exposure to sustainable housing

Networking opportunities

Supportive office environment

Descripción de la vacante

WhatJobs Direct seeks an Architectural Intern in Upington, Northern Cape, SA to gain practical experience in sustainable housing projects. You will work with experienced architects on design development, drafting, and project coordination, including site analysis and presentation materials in a collaborative setting.

The role focuses on learning sustainable building practices, software tools (AutoCAD/SketchUp/Revit), and exposure to all project phases within a supportive office environment.

Formación

• Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor or Master of Architecture.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Revit.
• Basic understanding of sustainable design principles.
• Strong interest in residential architecture and sustainable building.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take on challenges.
• Commitment to completing the internship duration.
• Familiarity with design software rendering tools is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in preparing architectural drawings and models under supervision.
• Support site visits and collect project information.
• Develop design concepts and sustainable strategies for housing.
• Prepare sketches, renderings, and diagrams for presentations.
• Research building codes, materials, and sustainable technologies.
• Maintain project files and documentation.
• Coordinate tasks with team members.
• Learn sustainable design and construction principles.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas.
• Gain exposure to all project lifecycle phases.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Eagerness to learn

Educación

Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Herramientas

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Architectural Intern to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain practical experience in the field of architecture, with a focus on sustainable housing projects. You will work alongside experienced architects, contributing to design development, drafting, and project coordination. The role involves assisting with site analysis, preparing presentation materials, and learning about sustainable building practices and materials relevant to the Upington, Northern Cape, ZA region. We are seeking a proactive individual with a strong academic background, a passion for design, and a willingness to learn. This position offers hands‑on experience in a supportive office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of architectural drawings and models under the supervision of senior architects.
• Support the team in conducting site visits and gathering project information.
• Help develop design concepts and explore sustainable design strategies for housing projects.
• Prepare presentation materials, including sketches, renderings, and diagrams.
• Research building codes, materials, and sustainable technologies.
• Maintain project files and documentation.
• Coordinate with team members on various project tasks.
• Learn and apply principles of sustainable design and construction.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas.
• Gain exposure to all phases of the architectural project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree.
• Proficiency in architectural software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit.
• Basic understanding of sustainable design principles.
• Strong interest in residential architecture and sustainable building.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Familiarity with design software rendering tools is a plus.
• Commitment to completing the internship duration.

Benefits

• Paid internship providing valuable work experience.
• Mentorship from experienced architectural professionals.
• Exposure to sustainable housing projects in a unique regional context.
• Opportunity to contribute to real architectural designs.
• Supportive and collaborative office environment.
• Networking opportunities within the architectural field.