Junior Solutions Architect Student Worker

SAIT

Job Location:

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Technology is just the start. At SAIT our IT Services team collaborates across the institution to shape smarter more connected ways of teaching learning and working. Were strategic thinkers problem-solvers and innovators who turn big ideas into digital solutions that move SAIT forward. Join us and help build whats next.

The Opportunity

Job classification: W6000 - Student Worker

Salary range: $18.22

Position End Date: March 31 2027

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM May 5 2026

The Junior Solutions Architect role provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise architecture and solution design within Information Technology Services (ITS) at SAIT. Working under the guidance of senior solution architects and the Enterprise Architecture team the intern will assist in analyzing business needs documenting solution designs and supporting technology initiatives that align with SAITs strategic goals.

This role focuses on learning and development with the student contributing to activities such as gathering requirements creating architectural documentation supporting system integration efforts and evaluating technologies. The intern will gain exposure to enterprise systems cloud platforms and architectural best practices while helping ensure solutions align with governance standards and business objectives.

The student will play a supporting role in solution analysis documentation and coordination across technical teams building foundational skills in enterprise architecture.

Please note that this position is open exclusively to candidates who are currently enrolled as SAIT students.

How youll contribute

Assist in gathering and documenting business and technical requirements for projects and initiatives
Support the creation of solution architecture diagrams documentation and design artifacts and maintain architecture repositories
Collaborate with architects developers and infrastructure teams to understand and support solution designs
Help evaluate technologies and tools to support business and IT objectives
Contribute to maintaining documentation of current (as-is) and future (to-be) solutions
Assist with researching emerging technologies and industry trends
Support Enterprise Architecture governance activities by helping ensure proposed solutions align with architecture standards principles and best practices
Participate in meetings workshops and project discussions to gain exposure to enterprise architecture processes
Help identify opportunities for process improvement documentation and standardization

What you bring

Currently enrolled in a SAIT Information Technology Engineering or applicable program
Basic understanding of IT systems applications and infrastructure concepts
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure AWS) or modern technologies is an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly (written and verbal)
Interest in enterprise architecture solution design or IT strategy
Experience with documentation tools diagrams (e.g. Visio)
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and willingness to learn

What you will gain

Hands-on supporting experience in enterprise architecture and solution design in a real-world environment
Exposure to real IT projects institutional business challenges and cross-functional collaboration
Mentorship from experienced Solution Architects Enterprise Architects and IT professionals within SAITs ITS area
Development of skills in analysis documentation communication and technology evaluation
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives that support SAIT students faculty and staff

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed and you will hear from us either way.

Together we build bold futures

At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Generous top-up in lieu of time off and benefits

- Professional development opportunities through access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education and Professional Studies courses

- Access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate to support your well-being

- Ability to contribute to RRSP or TFSA with reduced group rates

- Excellent dining options on campus

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

About SAIT

At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.

Were committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Junior IC