Architectural Intern

About the Role

AD+Atelier is an award-winning architectural studio led by architect and educator Omkar Kale, known for a grounded, thoughtful approach to design. The practice is recognized for sustainable architecture, innovative construction techniques, and a sensitive balance between tradition and modernity. Its work spans residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, with a consistent focus on ecological sensitivity, spatial integrity, and emotional resonance. The studio specializes in natural and local materials such as exposed brickwork, stone masonry, and earth construction, paired with modern MS structural systems and vernacular techniques. AD+Atelier operates as a philosophy-driven practice, viewing architecture as a living process rooted in care, creativity, and meaningful connection.

The Architectural Intern will support the design team in developing concepts, drawings, and detailed documentation for ongoing projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and context-responsive architecture. This is a full-time, on-site role based in the Pune Division, requiring consistent studio and site presence for hands-on learning and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with architectural design development
• Preparing CAD and 3D models
• Contributing to presentations
• Helping coordinate design details that integrate natural materials and modern structural systems
• Participating in site visits, design reviews, and material research
• Collaborating closely with senior architects to refine solutions that balance tradition, innovation, and functionality

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of a degree in Architecture or a closely related field
• Foundational skills in Architecture and Architectural Design
• Strong interest in sustainable and context-driven practices
• Skills in Solution Architecture and Integration, especially in coordinating design elements, materials, and structural systems into coherent project solutions
• Strong Communication skills, including the ability to present design ideas clearly, collaborate with team members, and document work effectively
• Proficiency in design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp/Revit, Adobe Suite or similar) and basic 3D visualization skills
• Demonstrated interest in sustainable design, vernacular architecture, and the use of natural materials
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site studio environment