PSINAD450 - Internship: Architecture Studio and Interior Design Assistant

Internships

Semester Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 120

 

Prerequisites: An A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, portfolio of previous work, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.

 

Description: 3 semester credits. The internship course allows the student from architecture and interior design backgrounds to gain first-hand experience of professional design contexts. Internship students will practice their creative skills with studio teams or individual professionals. Tasks may include initial observations of the professional environment, working on design samples, drafting by hand or digitally, practice AutoCAD layouts and rending, and assisting the organization with logistical duties. Student involvement will not involve solo project development but require collaborative engagement within the organization's ongoing projects according to the student's skill and competency levels. This internship course aims to prepare students for the professional world and features an unsalaried internship scheduled individually for a minimum of ten hours per week. Students generally serve as part-time interns from Monday through Friday, although some internships may require weekend hours. The internship enhances students’ knowledge through field experience held in a professional environment overseen by a supervisor, who regularly monitors the internship progress and the guides the student’s preparation of a final analytical report and portfolio. Placements will vary depending on the student’s language and professional skills. Additional materials/Dress code: Business casual attire for dress code. Prerequisites: An A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, portfolio of previous work, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.