Architecture internship in Singapore
Help architects with design, drawings and site visits at firms in Singapore.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As an Architecture intern in Singapore, you might:
- Help prepare drawings and 3D models in design software.
- Build study models and presentation boards.
- Research planning, conservation and green building guidelines for projects.
- Join site visits and take notes and photos.
- Help prepare client presentations and material samples.
You'll build design, drawing and presentation skills, and see how architects work in a dense city-state.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Architecture in Singapore
Architecture in Singapore is shaped by planning and conservation rules, so you'll learn how design works within a clear framework. The Urban Redevelopment Authority is the national land-use planning and conservation agency. Its guidance for conserved buildings covers more than 6,500 shophouses and terraces, in historic districts such as Boat Quay, Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India.
Architects here are registered under the Architects Act, which is administered by the Board of Architects, so interns support the design team and do not sign off on drawings. The Singapore Institute of Architects, founded in 1963, runs the yearly Singapore Archifest festival. The Building and Construction Authority's Green Mark scheme also means sustainability is part of everyday design work, which is useful to see before you start your career.
Job roles
Architectural Assistant Intern
Help the design team prepare drawings, layouts and project files.
Design Visualization Intern
Build 3D models and renders to show ideas to clients.
Urban Planning Research Intern
Research zoning, land use and planning rules for a site.
Heritage and Conservation Intern
Research old buildings and help prepare restoration notes and drawings.
Sustainable Design Intern
Help check designs against green building standards and suggest improvements.
Project Coordination Intern
Help track drawings, deadlines and site updates across the team.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company and the software you know, and all our host companies in Singapore work in English.
The industry
The Architecture industry in Singapore
Economic impact
Singapore is a dense city-state where land is scarce, so government agencies closely manage planning, conservation and building design, and this shapes every project.
Technology
Green building standards and 3D design software are part of daily work, and the Building and Construction Authority runs the Green Mark certification for sustainable buildings.
Career opportunities
Design, urban planning, heritage conservation and sustainable building are all open to you, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Can international students do an architecture internship in Singapore?
You need to be 18 or over with good English. Any nationality can apply, with or without a degree, and no experience is needed. Visa assistance is included in every program. We confirm your visa route before you pay the deposit and prepare the documents your embassy asks for.
How do I find an architecture firm for an internship in Singapore?
Start with a free call with a career advisor. Then we look for a host company that fits your studies and software skills.
Do I need a portfolio for an architecture internship in Singapore?
A portfolio helps because it shows what you can do. Tell your career advisor what you have, including drawings, models and software you know.
Applications open all year
Your field, somewhere new.
It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.