Navigating Your Interior Architectural Internship: From Classroom to Firm
“Internship is not the end of learning—it is the beginning of applying what you’ve learned.”
Objectives of Architectural Internship
Professional Exposure
Understanding real-life architectural workflows
Introduction to team dynamics, deadlines, and client interactions
Skill Application
Translating design ideas into technical drawings and models
Applying academic tools like AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, etc.
Learning from Mentors
Observing design decisions
Learning the art of communication and collaboration
Building Work Ethic
Time management
Responsibility and punctuality in a professional environment
Preparing for Internship
Portfolio Preparation
Curate your best academic works
Keep it concise, clear, and design-sensitive
CV/Resume Writing
Focus on skills, software knowledge, and academic projects
Architec A.F.M.Mohiuddin Akhand
PH # 01727205659
E-mail:
[email protected] [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/afm-mohiuddin-akhand-4217b256?originalSubdomain=bd
Include participation in design competitions, workshops
Research the Firm
Understand the firm's design philosophy
Follow their recent projects on websites or social media
Interview Etiquette
Dress professionally
Be honest about your capabilities and enthusiasm to learn
What to Expect During Internship
First Few Days
Orientation and introduction to teams
Observation and small assistance tasks
Work Tasks May Include
Preparing presentation boards
Working on detail drawings, site visits, or model-making
CAD drafting, 3D modeling, or rendering tasks
Professional Communication
Email and office manners
Asking questions respectfully
Learning Through Feedback
Take critiques positively
Keep a design/intern diary to reflect and grow
Architec A.F.M.Mohiuddin Akhand
PH # 01727205659
E-mail:
[email protected] [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/afm-mohiuddin-akhand-4217b256?originalSubdomain=bd
Ethics & Attitude
Confidentiality
Never share client data or drawings without permission
Punctuality & Discipline
Treat your time as the company’s time
Be dependable and show accountability
Teamwork
Collaborate respectfully with other interns and senior architects
Initiative
Volunteer for tasks, ask to learn new things
Part 5: Post-Internship Reflection (10 mins)
Prepare an Internship Report
Summarize tasks, learning, challenges, and reflections
Include project snapshots (with permission)
Present Your Experience
A short presentation for your faculty and peers
Reflect on how it shaped your design thinking
Stay Connected
Maintain professional relationships—these become future networks
Closing Thoughts
“This is your opportunity to observe, absorb, and aspire. Let your internship be a stepping stone to the
architect you dream to become.”
You’re representing your university—be proud, professional, and passionate.
Architec A.F.M.Mohiuddin Akhand
PH # 01727205659
E-mail:
[email protected] [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/afm-mohiuddin-akhand-4217b256?originalSubdomain=bd
Every project, even a toilet layout, teaches you something.
Architec A.F.M.Mohiuddin Akhand
PH # 01727205659
E-mail:
[email protected] [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/afm-mohiuddin-akhand-4217b256?originalSubdomain=bd
