Shape ideas into design — experience creative architectural practice by the Atlantic coast!
🏠 Host Organisation
PPPA Arquitectura
Location: Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal 🇵🇹
Website: www.pppa-arquitectura.com
PPPA Arquitectura is a dynamic architecture studio based in the charming coastal town of Póvoa de Varzim. The firm is dedicated to innovative, sustainable, and human-centered design solutions, working across various scales and project phases — from concept to completion.
💡 About the Internship
This Erasmus+ Architecture Internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a creative and collaborative environment.
As part of the PPPA team, you’ll participate in real architectural design projects and explore the full workflow of a modern practice.
Main responsibilities:
📐 Assist in architectural design and conceptual development
🏗️ Support technical drawings and project documentation
🎨 Contribute to presentations, visualizations, and competitions
💬 Collaborate closely with architects and project teams
💡 Learn about the design process from sketch to final realization
This internship is ideal for architecture students or graduates seeking professional growth in an inspiring, small-scale studio setting.
📅 Internship Details
- Location: Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal 🇵🇹
- Duration: 3 months
- Period: 1 December 2025 – 1 March 2026
- Commitment: Full-time
💶 Compensation & Benefits
💰 Financial compensation provided under Erasmus+ Traineeship conditions.
🤝 Guidance and mentorship from experienced architects.
🌊 Opportunity to live and work in a vibrant seaside town, close to Porto.
👤 Candidate Profile
We’re looking for motivated and creative individuals who:
✨ Are studying or recently graduated in Architecture or Urban and Regional Planning
📏 Have basic design and drafting skills (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, etc.)
🎨 Are comfortable with digital visualization tools (Adobe Suite preferred)
💬 Communicate well in English or Portuguese
💡 Are proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a professional studio
No previous work experience is required.
📩 Application Process
Send your CV and Portfolio to:
pontespimenta@gmail.com
Mention “Architecture Internship Application – Póvoa de Varzim” in the email subject line.
📅 Application Deadline
21 November 2025
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