INTERN ARCHITECT - FULL-TIME

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.
Join a Top 10 global design firm in our Buildings Practice that provides Architecture, Interior Design, and Buildings Engineering services with a long history and deep commitment to design excellence.
We are seeking an Intern Architect based in Edmonton – our global headquarters in the heart of downtown. In this role you can expect to be involved in all stages of architectural design – from conceptual sketches and massing models to assisting with site visits during construction. You will benefit from direct mentorship from Registered Architects in the office along with various opportunities for growth and development aligned with your passions.
Supports project teams in development of architectural design documentation.
Assists in the development of a design through sketches, physical models, 3D models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
Interprets and applies building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies.
Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.
Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks.
Assists in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.
Attends project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
Implements sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment.
Assists in site analysis, research of concept, benchmarks, typology, and precedents.
Passion for innovation and supporting a design-focused architectural studio.
Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards are expected.
Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
Basic knowledge and application of applicable building codes.
Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building program.
Knowledgeable about innovation in architecture, and actively tracks new trends in design.
To engage in creative and critical thought. To interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material and translate them into a 3D model.
Requires an understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), SketchUp, Rhino, Revit, Enscape and/or Lumion, and the Microsoft Office suite of apps.
Masters degree in Architecture (M.Recent graduates of a M.Previous professional experience is considered an asset.
Currently registered as an Intern Architect with the Alberta Association of Architects, or eligible to do so.
Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in architecture industry.
Join us and redefine your personal best.
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time