INTERN ARCHITECT - HEALTHCARE DESIGN

Role At a Glance
 

The Intern Architect will work collaboratively within our Integrated Design Studio on all aspects of project delivery with the goal of presenting innovative, architecturally excellent projects to our customers and our community. A strong, demonstrated passion for excellence in healthcare design is a key element in this role as an Intern Architect.

This role is open to candidates wanting to work out of either the Hamilton or Toronto offices.

You’ll Love This Role If

• You consistently lead by example and set high standards for planning and efficiency
• You have an excellent work ethic and a desire to succeed
• You like to think creatively and collaborate with peers and stakeholders to deliver solutions

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Project Architect through the development of design concepts
• Prepare architectural presentation documents
• Research building science, sustainable design and design solutions related to project work
• Provide building code and zoning bylaw research and support
• Prepare contract documents in collaboration with the design studio

What You Bring to the Table

• Registered, or eligible to register as an Intern Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)
• Professional Degree in Architecture
• Minimum of 2 years of architectural office experience (including co-op experience); a demonstrated focus on Healthcare Design is an asset
• Self-motivated individual capable of assuming increasing responsibility for both current and future projects with an interest in growing with the firm
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate efforts on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated strong skills in creative design solutions, innovation, and research
• Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, building systems and materials
• Strong working knowledge of current versions of Revit, AutoCAD, 3D Max, Sketch-up, CorelDraw, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

Life at WalterFedy

We are a people-first organization that embraces a hybrid work strategy. This approach gives our team the autonomy and flexibility to choose what work environment mix is best for them based on their role, team, clients, and personal needs.
 

As an innovative multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great design – we are here to enhance the world around us. To make it happen, we need a team of agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who share our drive to harness our collective talents to do something bigger.  
 

Our team is made up of the industry's best. We share a common commitment to questioning the ordinary, infusing everything we do with creativity, and challenging our industry to redefine what’s possible.  

Join us as we move past working for a living, and toward building better communities with smart, influential design. 

How to Apply

WalterFedy strives to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity hiring practice and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship, status, age, sex, gender identity/expression, marital or domestic partnership status, or disability.  

Should you require any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact hr@walterfedy.com or call 519-576-2150.  

Thank you for your interest in WalterFedy!