Internship Architecture at OMA in Rotterdam, South Holland, NL

About the Company

OMA is an international architecture and urbanism practice founded in 1975. With offices in Rotterdam, New York, Hong Kong, and Brisbane. Over the past five decades, OMA has produced a broad portfolio of projects, employing a team of more than 200 architects, designers, and researchers with a diverse range of experience and expertise. AMO, a research and design studio, often works in parallel with OMA’s clients, enriching architecture with intelligence drawn from a wide range of other disciplines.

About the Role

OMA’s Rotterdam office is looking for Architecture Interns to join our design team from November 2026. As an Architecture Intern, you will contribute to various projects while receiving mentorship from experienced architecture professionals. This opportunity is ideal for talented and ambitious architecture students or recent graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Architecture or a related field, or a recent graduate with an Architecture degree;
• Strong graphic design and rendering skills;
• Proficiency in Rhino and AutoCAD;
• Excellent command of Adobe Creative Suite;
• Strong craft and model-making abilities;
• Knowledge of Revit is a plus;
• Fluency in written and spoken English; additional languages (Arabic, French, German) are a plus;
• A collaborative team player;
• Previous internship experience at an international architecture firm is preferred, though not required;
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, complex environment;

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams during the concept design phases, further design development and project execution;
• Engage actively in team discussions and support colleagues throughout the project lifecycle;
• Contribute to projects by creating physical models, 3D models, visualizations, and graphic representations, and assist in preparing presentations;
• Use industry-standard design and modeling software (e.g., AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit) for designing, drafting, rendering and data analysis;

What We Offer

• A monthly stipend as part of the compensation package.
• Complimentary access to the company canteen, with fresh and healthy lunch options.
• An excellent opportunity to learn from and collaborate with experienced architects and designers, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced and international environment.

Application Process

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates or those selected for a remote interview will be contacted. Candidates must be available for a minimum of six consecutive months and commit to a full-time position.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio (in English) as a single PDF file through our online application form. Portfolio pages should be limited to 30, and documents must be in A4 portrait format. Applications without a portfolio will not be processed.