CAD4ALL Architectural Internship Program
Welcome to CAD4ALL’s Architectural Internship Program, an exclusive opportunity designed to fulfill your Work Integrated Learning (WIL) requirements while elevating your professional skill set and experience. CAD4ALL, as a leading institution in architectural education, offers you the chance to apply theory to practice in real-world scenarios. Our internship program not only covers traditional architectural work but also integrates training facilitation, administrative skills, and community involvement, providing a rich, multi-dimensional experience.
Program Highlights
- Duration: Full-time, 6-12 months
- Location: CAD4ALL Institute, Tygervalley, Cape Town
- Fields of Experience: Architectural design, project management, training and facilitation, community engagement, and administration.
Key Benefits
- Hands-On Learning: Engage in real-world projects under the guidance of experienced professionals, applying classroom knowledge in a supportive environment.
- Skill Development: Gain proficiency in essential architectural software, project documentation, client communication, and design presentations.
- Broad Project Exposure: CAD4ALL undertakes approximately 5 large-scale architectural projects annually, ensuring an extensive practical platform for students to develop their skills.
- Enhanced Career Prospects: Completing your WIL with CAD4ALL not only meets educational requirements but also enhances your resume and portfolio with valuable experience.
Additional Skills You Will Gain
- Advanced Design Techniques: Mastering the use of architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Fusion 360.
- Project Coordination: Experience in scheduling, resource allocation, and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Client Management: Building skills in effective communication and project presentation tailored to client needs and expectations.
- Facilitation & Training: Hands-on experience in leading sessions and workshops, enhancing your communication and public speaking abilities.
- Community-Centric Design: Exposure to community projects that emphasize sustainable, socially impactful design.
- Administrative Proficiency: Insights into the operational aspects of architectural practice, including budgeting, legal documentation, and quality control.
- Portfolio-Boosting Skills: The internship includes creating a project portfolio that highlights your role and contributions to CAD4ALL’s large-scale projects, which will showcase your readiness for complex architectural work.



How This Internship Boosts Your Portfolio
Your internship with CAD4ALL will provide you with a comprehensive portfolio showcasing real-world architectural projects, community work, and training experience. Working on CAD4ALL’s five large-scale projects annually will ensure that you gain notable achievements to showcase in your portfolio, enhancing your competitiveness in the architectural job market. Each project will include your contributions in design, coordination, and client engagement, proving your readiness for high-impact roles in architecture.
What to Expect
- Design & Project Management: Contribute to CAD4ALL’s in-house and partner projects, participating in each phase from conceptualization to execution.
- Training Facilitation: Learn from seasoned professionals and assist in delivering workshops and training sessions, gaining experience in teaching and facilitating.
- Community Work: Be part of impactful initiatives that serve local communities, using architecture to bring positive change and learning the importance of social responsibility.
- Administrative Insight: Understand the operational side of architectural work, from project budgeting to client interactions, ensuring you're prepared for all facets of an architectural career.
faqs
You must be enrolled in a recognized architectural program, have completed the foundational coursework, and be in good academic standing.
The program covers all aspects of WIL through a structured approach, providing exposure to practical architectural work, community engagement, and skill-building in line with industry standards.
CAD4ALL provides a stipend based on the internship duration and scope of work. Further details will be discussed with selected candidates.
Submit your application via the CAD4ALL website, including a portfolio, CV, and recommendation letter from a faculty advisor. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Yes, successful interns will receive a certificate verifying their WIL completion, along with a letter of recommendation.
APPLICATION
Join the CAD4ALL Architectural Internship Program