The Intern Architect designation reflects enrolment in the Internship in Architecture Program (IAP)—a national program that provides a pathway for Intern Architects to become licensed as Architects. The Canadian Architectural Licensing Authorities (CALA) in each province and territory have statutory obligations to set and maintain standards of education, experience, and examination for entry to the profession of architecture, with the OAA overseeing the IAP in Ontario.
Intern Architects have a professional degree in architecture and must work under the personal supervision and direction of an Architect, in either an architectural practice or other eligible architectural employment situation. To become licensed in Ontario, a person must demonstrate competency and qualification to provide architectural services to the public. The IAP is also intended as a catalyst for improving the profession, by increasing effective communication between architects and prospective members of the profession.
Eligibility
An individual must:
- have graduated with a professional degree/diploma in architecture from a post-secondary institution, or have successfully completed the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) Syllabus Program;
- have received certification of academic qualification from the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB);
- be a person of good character;
- submit a completed online application; and
- pay the required fee.
Benefits
Intern Architects:
- receive the biweekly OAA News e-bulletin;
- receive reduced rate package to attend the OAA Conference;
- participate in Association volunteer opportunities;
- access the “member” portal of the OAA website; and
- participate in group insurance.
Information and Application
From Intern Architect to Architect
Information for Intern Architects
Use of the title "Intern Architect"
Internship in Architecture Program (IAP) Manual
Appendix B to the IAP Manual
Guide to Occupancies
Canadian Experience Record Book (CERB)