S+Academy / Growth Machine

Internships

People are the most important asset at S+A. For that reason, we are always happy to welcome young talents showing determination, proactivity, and motivation to join our team and boost the quality and creativity of our work. At S+A, the internships open doors to the job market, provide a unique experience and a deep knowledge in the practice of architecture, taking part of the creative and innovative environment of S+A.

At S+A, the internship is a 12 month program that meets the requirements of the Professional Association of Architects (Ordem dos Arquitetos, in Portugal) and each trainee is accompanied by a mentor. From day one, the young architects are integrated in project teams where they participate with their technical and creative skills. In this context, they rapidly acquire practical knowledge and experience. Internships take place at S+A’s headquarters in Lisbon.

The studio practice is complemented by training sessions, talks and seminars delivered by S+Academy. Throughout the year, the trainees attend sessions given by invited specialists on topics such as sustainability, professional ethics, legislation, art and culture and personal skills.

Merit Scholarships

S+A supports the financial stability of students, contributing to their academic performance and success, by awarding S+A Merit Scholarships. These grants offer funding for the conclusion of the degree in architecture, so the student may have the best possible conditions to develop the required skills and talent for an integration into professional life.

Furthermore, S+A Merit Scholarships are intended to students registering in the 4th or 5th year of their master’s degree in architecture. After completing their degree, these new architects may enroll in the S+A Internship Program. The amount allocated by the Scholarships is managed by the students themselves, who can use it to satisfy their academic or personal needs.

Applications are running until August 16th and should be sent to academy@saraivaeassociados.com. More information and applying conditions are available in the S+A Scholarship Regulation here.

Open days

S+A opens the doors of its headquarters in Lisbon and welcomes visitors to the studio. A unique opportunity to get in touch with S+A’s work environment, a glimpse on how a large multinational team develop projects for the entire world, in all areas of specialty in multiple sectors. You may talk to architects, who share their vision and experience on S+A projects. You can also learn about the Integrated Internship Program, the Merit Scholarships, the Lab@S+A and the S+Academy programs. Open days end with a coffee break for networking between visitors and the studio staff.

Link to the future

S+Academy builds bridges between academic and work contexts, for which several collaborations with architecture schools are established. The purpose is to connect with students at an early stage, to raise awareness to career paths and market trends. Furthermore, S+Academy participates in several university networking events between students and companies.

Teachers and researchers are frequently invited to participate in S+Academy sessions, sharing their knowledge and contributing with valuable training content.