Architecture Intern

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About Navgurukul:

Navgurukul is a nonprofit focused on empowering youth through innovative education and community-driven initiatives. We are currently building our new headquarters in Igatpuri and seek a passionate architecture intern to join our team.

About the Project:

NavGurukul's Igatpuri campus project is designed to provide a mindful, inclusive residential and workspace for its growing team, primarily alumni from underserved backgrounds, to foster collaboration, spiritual practice, and learning. Located on a 2-acre site near the Dhamma Giri Vipassana center in the Western Ghats, the campus is meant to incorporate meditation halls, dormitories, workspaces, and essential facilities built with local materials and vernacular architecture, emphasizing sustainability, modesty, and passive climate responsiveness. The facility supports short-term residencies and community living with a focus on frugal, service-oriented design, enabling NavGurukul to strengthen team coordination and deepen regular contemplative routines aligned with its mission of digital inclusion, empowerment, and social impact. More details available at Igatpuri HQ NG Brief.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in conceptualising and designing architectural plans for the HQ building.
• Support the senior architects and project team during site visits and construction phases.
• Prepare detailed drawings, 3D models, and presentations using architecture software.
• Conduct research and gather data on building materials, sustainability practices, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, and designers.
• Help maintain and update project documentation and schedules.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Strong understanding of architectural design principles and construction methods.
• Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, or similar.
• Good visualization and drafting skills, with attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Excellent communication skills to present ideas and report progress.

What You Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience on a real-life architectural project.
• Exposure to the nonprofit sector and socially impactful design.
• Mentorship from experienced architects and project managers.
• Opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and community-oriented building.

Compensation:

• The internship is a full-time role based in Igatpuri with a monthly stipend of ₹13,000 to ₹15,000 + Accommodation and Food
• This stipend aims to fairly compensate for the intern’s contributions while providing valuable hands-on experience at Navgurukul's HQ building project.

Please do reach out for any questions on careers@navgurukul.org