Prerequisites: Architecture, Engineering and Design majors
Archflorence
Company Description
Archflorence, founded in Florence by Carlo Ludovico Poccianti, Francesca Garagnani and Carlo de Pinto, is an architecture and interior design firm that works on private villas, resorts and restaurants for Italians and internationals.
Job Description
Interns at Archflorence will experience the ins and outs of working in an Italian architecture studio. In addition to modeling and designing, interns will assist the office team in project research and gain intercultural business experience.
Tasks:
- Assist team in project research for clients
- Collaborate with the team in schematic design
- Create 2D and 3D digital renderings of proposed architectural designs (of both indoor and outdoor spaces)
- Prepare physical 3D models of proposed architectural designs
Required Skills:
- English; no Italian required
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite
- Multicultural teamwork and communication
ARX – Progettazione e consulenza
Company Description
ARX – Progettazione e Consulenza, founded in Florence in 2002 by Paolo Di Nardo, brings together creatives, researchers and professionals working in architectural and urban design, visual communication and publishing.
Job Description
The student intern will assist the office team with research and design solutions.
Tasks:
- Assist team in project research for clients
- Collaborate on schematic designs
- Produce design renderings
Required Skills:
- English; no Italian required
- Experience with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Rhino
Sergio Bianchi Architettura
Company Description
Studio Bianchi Architettura is an architectural firm based in Rome, founded in 1997 by Sergio Bianchi. The studio is multidisciplinary, active in competitions, exhibitions and research, including the management and promotion of the Luigi Pellegrin archive.
Job Description
Internship focused on concept and design tasks for competitions.
Tasks:
- Assist in the design phase for competitions
- Conduct project research and basic drafting
Required Skills:
- English; Italian not required
- Familiarity with AutoCAD/Rhino/Adobe Creative Suite
Notes:
- Online only
Bottega 17 srls
Company Description
Bottega17 was born in Florence in 2017 from a collaboration of three architects and operates in the fields of architecture, design and landscape.
Job Description
Interns will learn the professional workflow and drawing standards of an architecture studio and assist in design rendering and modeling.
Tasks:
- Assist during the design phase of a housing competition
- Produce renderings and study models
- Support preparation of project documentation
Required Skills:
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite
Claudio Nardi Architects
Company Description
Claudio Nardi Architects provides high-end architectural and interior design services to an international clientele, with a head office in Florence and a network of studios worldwide.
Job Description
Interns will assist in project design with a particular focus on graphic design and technical drawings.
Tasks:
- Assist in project design
- Create graphic content for project brochures
Required Skills:
- Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD, McNeel Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite
Notes:
- Online only
CSPE – Centro Studi Progettazione Edilizia
Company Description
CSPE, founded in Florence in 1975, is one of Italy’s leading architectural practices specialized in healthcare design and public sector facilities.
Job Description
Interns will assist office teams with research and design solutions for projects mainly from public administrations. After developing the necessary competencies, students may design and complete a small personal project.
Tasks:
- Support different work teams in various design phases
- Participate in design competitions within and outside Italy
- Create graphic schemes, architectural plans and evaluations
- Create photorealistic digital renderings of a personal design project
Required Skills:
- English; Italian not required
- Experience with architectural sketching and drafting
- Multicultural teamwork and communication
Enrico Righi Architetto
Company Description
Enrico Righi Architetto offers services in new building design, renovations, interior and furniture design for commercial and residential spaces, integrating innovation, technology and sustainability.
Job Description
The student intern will assist the office team with research and design solutions.
Tasks:
- Assist with concept development and schematic design
- Prepare 2D drawings and simple 3D study models
- Support interior/furniture design research and documentation
Required Skills:
- English; Italian not required
- Experience with hand sketching
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite
Eutropia Architettura
Company Description
Eutropia is an architecture studio working from interior to macro urban design (including restoration and installations), and manages permitting, construction administration, safety coordination and artistic supervision.
Job Description
Interns will learn and understand the workflow and drawing standards of architectural design through professional experience.
Tasks:
- Learn studio workflow and drawing standards
- Assist with drafting, 3D modeling and layout
- Support project documentation and permitting preparation
Required Skills:
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite
Garden Design Firenze
Company Description
Garden Design Firenze is a Florence-based studio and educational platform specializing in garden and landscape design, led by Arch. Maria Chiara Pozzana. The team includes Arch. Tommaso Tarassi (responsible also for IT, web, office) and Giovanni Breschi (graphics, photography, visual communication). They run in-person and online courses in garden & planting design, combining theory and hands-on methodology.
A key service offered by the studio is online garden design and consultation: Garden Design Firenze designs gardens of small to medium scale (flower borders, urban gardens, orchards) remotely, sometimes supplemented by an on-site visit. The process includes client questionnaires, photo & plan submissions, and video / virtual presentations of sketches.
Job Description (Intern / Assistant)
The intern will support both design work and the online consultancy workflow, gaining exposure to remote design practices and hybrid service models.
Tasks:
- Assist in remote site analysis: processing submitted photos, plans, and dimensions
- Help generate planting design proposals, garden layouts, color studies
- Prepare sketches, 2D / 3D visuals, and virtual walkthroughs or video presentations
- Support communication with clients via video calls, email, and online questionnaires
- Collaborate in producing course visuals, marketing graphics, and layout materials
- Possibly attend occasional site visits if local
Required / Preferred Skills:
- English fluency (Italian beneficial)
- Competence in CAD / Rhino / SketchUp / similar for landscape work
- Skill with graphic tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Familiarity with rendering / presentation workflows, video / visual communication
- Basic botanical & planting design understanding
- Good remote communication skills, organization, flexibility
iMage: Viewpoints on Architecture
Company Description
iMage is an architectural communications firm employing advanced communication technologies to promote, develop and display new ideas in architecture. Over the past 20+ years, iMage offers a mix of architecture, communication and PR expertise to support the role of architecture in global society.
Job Description
Interns will assist with the communication of architectural and design projects.
Tasks:
- Support media and PR outreach for projects
- Assist with graphics and document preparation
- Help update website or social channels
Required Skills:
- English; Italian not required
- Creative writing skills preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Communications and architecture students preferred
OKS Architetti
Company Description
OKS Architetti (Florence, 2014) is a practice for research and experimentation on innovative spaces and technologies. It works on landscape, interiors and architectural planning at multiple scales.
Job Description
Interns will assist the office team with research and design solutions and gain an understanding of professional workflow while contributing to designs and strategies.
Tasks:
- Assist office team in design research
- Assist during the design phase for a design competition
- Create renderings for residential projects
Required Skills:
- English: Italian not required
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino and V-Ray
Francesca Palermo Architetto
Company Description
Francesca Palermo Architetto is a professional architecture studio based in Florence, specializing in renovation and interior design, combining contemporary aesthetics with functionality.
Job Description
Interns will learn studio workflow and technical drawing standards and assist in research, 2D/3D modeling, rendering and project documentation.
Tasks:
- Participate in concept phase of renovation and interior projects
- Research trends in materials, colors and furnishings
- Verify architectural surveys; review relevant codes
- Develop 2D drawings, 3D models and photorealistic renderings
- Prepare presentation materials for clients and permitting authorities
- Gain basic knowledge of project cost estimation
Required Skills:
- Basic to intermediate Italian preferred
- Interest in architecture, design and materials
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp or other modeling/rendering software
- Strong attention to detail and design sensibility
RAD architecture
Company Description
RAD Architecture is a studio based in Tuscany, Marche and Abruzzo (founded in 2018) specializing in hospitality, commercial and residential projects, with experience gained in international firms.
Job Description
Interns will learn about the workings of an international workplace and assist in the drawing and modeling of architectural designs.
Tasks
- Renovation designs
- Tracing existing plans
- 3D modeling and design rendering
Required Skills
- English; no Italian required
- Proficient in Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite
Studio A Florence
Company Description
Studio A Florence is an international, multidisciplinary team (founded in Florence in 2012) engaged in projects in Italy and abroad, from luxury villas to shops, restaurants and hotels.
Job Description
The student intern will assist the office team with research and design solutions.
Tasks:
- Conduct design research and precedent studies
- Produce basic 2D/3D study models and presentation boards
- Support preparation of deliverables for clients/competitions
Required Skills:
- English; no Italian required
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite
Studio Gentile
Company Description
Studio Gentile (founded in 2016) specializes in interior, product and furniture design, visual communication and photorealistic rendering across commercial, residential and workplace projects.
Job Description
The intern will work on different types of interior projects, learning design approach, 3D modeling, rendering and schematic design.
Tasks:
- Create, model and render designs for competitions
- Organize internal spaces
- Implement creative solutions in private homes, exhibitions and common areas
Required Skills:
- Intermediate to advanced Italian
Studio di Architettura e Ingegneria Guarnieri
Company Description
Multidisciplinary architecture/engineering practice covering structural, water, fire-prevention and HVAC systems across villas, condominiums, electrical stations, pools, hotels and more.
Job Description
Assist design and (where applicable) site documentation across different engineering disciplines.
Tasks:
- Develop basic calculations, drawings and specifications
- Support multidisciplinary coordination and submittals
- Contribute to site photo logs and document control
Required Skills:
- English; some Italian preferred
- At least one year of engineering coursework completed
- Strong motivation and creativity
Studio Ponsi – Architettura e Design
Company Description
Studio Ponsi, founded in Florence in 2008 by Andrea and Luca Ponsi, links multiple design scales: urban design, architecture, interiors, furniture and objects.
Job Description
The student intern will assist the office team with model building, research and design.
Tasks:
- Build physical models
- Conduct design research
- Assist with drafting and presentation materials
Required Skills:
- English; no Italian required
- Experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
Studio Zorzet
Company Description
Studio Zorzet, founded in Florence in the 1960s by Arch. Paolo Zorzet and now led by Arch. Leonardo Zorzet, covers landscape, residential, hotel and resort design, as well as restoration of villas, palazzi and country houses.
Job Description
The student intern will assist the office team with research and schematic design solutions.
Tasks
- 3D modeling
- Design rendering
- Conduct design research
Required Skills
- English; Italian not required
- Experience with AutoCAD, Rhino, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite