A PEPE Architects is looking for an IT Technician Erasmus+ intern for a full-time traineeship of at least six months in Porto, Portugal, starting from February 2027. The intern will manage and improve the studio's IT infrastructure, and applications close on 15 January 2027. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the offer and set out every task, requirement and application step below.
Internship Snapshot
🏙️ Location: Porto, Portugal
🏷️ Type: Erasmus+ traineeship, during studies
🚀 Expected start: 01 February 2027
📆 Duration: 6 months minimum
⏰ Schedule: full time, 35 hours per week
🗨️ Working language: English
🎒 Level of studies: Bachelor (EQF 6)
About the Studio
A PEPE Architects is an architecture studio based in Porto, Portugal, working in the Architecture & Construction sector. Its work focuses mainly on residential architecture and on the rehabilitation and transformation of existing buildings.
Network and File Server Work
🌐 Looking after the office network and Wi-Fi.
🗄️ Managing the Synology NAS, including the file server, backups and user access.
Workstations and Everyday IT
🖨️ Setting up and maintaining workstations, printers and peripherals.
🛠️ Providing technical support to the team on AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe.
📧 Administering Google Workspace and email.
The Studio's Website
The intern will handle the maintenance, security and updates of the studio's WordPress website, a-pepe.com.
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Automation Projects
🤖 Automating office workflows with scripts and AI tools.
🏡 Working on the office home-automation system, which runs on Home Assistant.
Who the Studio Is Looking For
🧠 Background: IT, computer science or computer engineering students or recent graduates.
🔤 English level: C1.
🪪 Mobility framework: an Erasmus+ traineeship grant or an equivalent academic or institutional mobility framework.
If you are close to finishing your degree, our guide on doing Erasmus+ after graduating explains how traineeships for recent graduates work.
Skills the Role Expects
🛡️ Setting up and protecting computer systems
🔧 Resolving computer problems
📡 IT systems and networks
🔐 Cybersecurity
🧩 App, software and web development and ICT systems design
🤝 Working in teams
Fields This Internship Touches
⌨️ Computer use
🗃️ Database and network design and administration
📲 Software and applications development and analysis
Tools You Will Use
📝 WordPress
🎨 Adobe Creative Suite
🏗️ SketchUp
💽 Synology DSM
☁️ Google Workspace
Funding: What to Know Before You Apply
This is an unpaid traineeship, and the studio states that the internship comes without financial compensation. The programme listed for it is an Erasmus+ traineeship or another recognised mobility or funding programme, so candidates need an Erasmus+ traineeship grant or an equivalent academic or institutional mobility framework.
Support for International Candidates
The studio can host international candidates and will provide the necessary documentation, such as a signed Learning Agreement and an invitation letter.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted by email only, with your CV in PDF format. The studio notes that it normally does not reply to applications sent only through other platforms, so make sure your CV reaches it directly by email. Our Europass CV guide can help you prepare the document.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the A PEPE Architects IT internship paid?
No. It is an unpaid traineeship, and the studio states it comes without financial compensation. Candidates need an Erasmus+ traineeship grant or an equivalent academic or institutional mobility framework.
How long does the internship last and when does it start?
It lasts a minimum of six months and starts from February 2027, with 01 February 2027 as the expected starting date. The schedule is full time at 35 hours per week.
Can recent graduates apply?
Yes. The studio is looking for IT, computer science or computer engineering students or recent graduates. The level of studies listed for the position is Bachelor (EQF 6).
What English level is required?
The studio asks for an English level of C1. English is the working language of the traineeship.
Can international candidates apply?
Yes. The studio can host international candidates and will provide the necessary documentation, such as a signed Learning Agreement and an invitation letter.
What will the IT intern actually do?
The intern will manage the office network, Wi-Fi and Synology NAS, maintain workstations and peripherals, and administer Google Workspace and email. The work also covers the WordPress website, workflow automation, the Home Assistant system and technical support on AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe.
How do I apply for this internship?
Send your CV in PDF format by email. Applications are by email only, and the studio normally does not reply to applications sent only through other platforms.
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Deadline
⏳ 15 January 2027
Application Email
📨 Application email (CV in PDF): contact@a-pepe.com
🔗 Studio website: https://www.a-pepe.com/
👤 Alessandro Pepe (Principal Architect) on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandropepe/
