Intern Architect, 2026 Intake

SAOTA

Intern Architect intern joining SAOTA, engaging in extensive training and diverse projects for 1 year. Supporting project teams in technical drawings and design documentation.

Posted 6/5/2026internship🇿🇦 South AfricaEntry LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Showcase knowledge of modelling software, research skills, creativity, customer focus, hand-drafting abilities, and teamwork
Assist the project team in generating clear technical drawings of projects
Understand design intent and goals for successful implementation
Assist with research, data compiling, and documentation at all phases of design, including feasibility, concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents
Provide graphic support for project teams in preparing for presentations by generating diagrams, renderings, and other design drawings
Provide meaningful support for all levels of project technical challenges
Assist in producing all documentation relating to the design, including Drawings, 3D Models, Images & and all other documentation relating to the design and according to the project brief
Implement for the successful execution of project deliverables, drawing on deep knowledge of office systems and technology
With assistance, liaison with External Consultants, Contractor/Site, Architects of Record as well as with the Client

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Architectural Technology or equivalent degree
Working knowledge of REVIT
Ability to understand and formulate design decisions and present for discussion
Able to use a variety of media and software in the development and documentation of a design project
Display high-level thinking in architecture and design
Ability to accurately understand and interpret instructions
Display a sound understanding of the production process, including applications of different file formats
The ability to learn and demonstrate creative problem-solving skills
Able to set and achieve deadlines and give regular updates on progress
Methodical, accurate and consistent attention to detail
Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
Able to remain calm and work in pressurised environments
Self-motivated and able to take responsibility
Demonstrate initiative and be proactive towards daily tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment with flexible work arrangements
Extensive training and personal development

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Hard Skills & Tools

REVITtechnical drawings3D modelsdesign documentationdata compilingfeasibility studiesconcept designschematic designdesign developmentconstruction documents

Soft Skills

creativitycustomer focusteamworkproblem-solvingattention to detailability to meet deadlinesinitiativeself-motivationcalm under pressurecommunication

Certifications

Bachelor of ArchitectureBachelor of Architectural Technology