The Toronto Society of Architects is looking for a student intern to conduct research for the TSA Guide Map, a digital project showcasing modern and contemporary buildings and landscapes of the Greater Toronto Area.
About the organization:
Established in 1887, the Toronto Society of Architects (TSA) is a non-profit volunteer-led organization dedicated to bringing people together to discuss, learn and explore around our shared passion for the built environment.
We are committed to the betterment of our city and have played an important advocacy role throughout Toronto’s history. We do this through a wide range of programs which foster welcoming and inclusive forums for debate and the exchange of ideas, stimulating critical thinking about the design and building issues of our time. Our public programming is complemented by initiatives supporting the personal growth and professional development of over 2,700 TSA members. Membership is open to everyone and welcomes design professionals, students and the general public.
Learn more about the TSA at www.torontosocietyofarchitects.ca
About the placement:
As part of our educational and public outreach initiatives, the TSA recently launched a curated digital database showcasing 156 of the Greater Toronto Area’s most significant modern and contemporary buildings and landscapes. This user-friendly database, known as the Guide Map, incorporates high-quality photographs, along with architectural drawings, sketches, and archival images to help tell the stories behind the buildings and landscapes.
As part of the next phase of this project, the TSA is now looking to compile existing writing on these buildings and spaces, helping make knowledge of Ontario architecture more accessible to all.
Working closely with the Executive Director, the successful applicant will provide research, documentation and writing support for the development of database entries. Tasks may include:
- Research buildings, including compiling articles and existing documentation and the digitization of key resources.
- Coordinate external image/video acquisition with diverse groups, including archives, volunteer groups and architectural studios.
- Writing short, public-friendly descriptions for building entries, including highlighting the relevance of entry to Toronto’s architectural history.
The student intern will also have opportunities to participate in other TSA programming including networking opportunities with professionals from across the GTA working in a variety of practices.
Special requirements: Hours per week can be flexible up to a maximum of 120 hours per semester. While some of the placement can be completely remotely, the student will need to be available to visit libraries and archives in Toronto in order to complete the digitization of resources. Hours of work will be mutually agreed upon at the beginning of the placement.
Timing/hours of placement and special requirements: Placement begins the week of January 6, 2025. Hours per week can be flexible up to a maximum of 120 hours per semester (typically 8-10 hours per week).
Credit: Half credit (0.5). This internship is for pass/fail course credit at the University of Toronto through the Department of Art History. Only University of Toronto students are eligible. This is not a paid position.
Interested students should send an application by December 5, 2024 to Professor Jessica Mace (jessica.mace@utoronto.ca). Applications should include 1) a letter of interest (including any relevant coursework or experience) and 2) a resume. Please indicate to which posting(s) you are applying. If you are interested in multiple postings, you only need to submit one application.