Training for Newcomers
We have been offering free training to newcomers to Canada who were trained in architecture and who cannot get into our industry due to a lack of Canadian experience. Every month we take on a trainee and teach them the National Building Code-2019 Alberta Edition and construction drawings in the first two weeks, and then they redraw a previously completed project. We have had over 49 newcomers trained so far! We do not get the trainees to work on any revenue-generating projects for us.
Admission Criteria:
- Newcomer or recent immigrant to Canada that have arrived in the last three years. Applicants must be a permanent resident of Canada and already residing in Canada.
- The free training will be offered in our office in Calgary.
- No previous employment in architecture in Canada for more than three months.
- Eligible to be accredited by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board; preferably with a M.Arch. degree.
- Eligibility and willingness to get registered with the Alberta Association of Architects as an intern architect; preference will be with those who are already Intern Architects, AAA.
- A minimum CLB score of 8 or an overall IELTS score of 7.5; if English is not the first language.
- Passing our skills tests that include: AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-Up, Adobe Photoshop. Tests may include English writing & speaking tests if the language requirement is not met.
If you are eligible, you can send your resume, portfolio and required information to info@fmarch.ca. Applications by individuals not meeting our criteria will be ignored.
