Manhattan, New York
About Us
Urban Stash is a forward-thinking self-storage company reimagining how New Yorkers store their stuff. We unlock the hidden potential of underutilized urban spaces—transforming basements, vacant lots, and overlooked buildings into efficient, secure, and accessible self-storage locations.
Founded in NYC, Urban Stash sits at the intersection of real estate, architecture, and logistics. We're on a mission to make storage feel like an extension of your home: thoughtfully designed, easy to use, and seamlessly integrated into the fabric of city life. Intern Architect – Design & Development
Location: New York, NY
Type: Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time)
Start Date: ASAP About the Role
Urban Stash is seeking a creative and driven Intern Architect to join our growing design & development team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll help us reimagine self-storage for the modern urban environment. You’ll work closely with leadership to conceptualize, design, and develop new self-storage sites throughout NYC and beyond. What You’ll Do - Assist in site analysis, space planning, and feasibility studies for new storage locations - Create schematic designs, 3D models, and presentation materials for investor and city review - Collaborate on design documentation for permitting and construction - Research zoning, building codes, and ADA compliance specific to each project - Bring fresh ideas to help elevate storage from utility to experience Who You Are - Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) - Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and/or SketchUp; Adobe Suite a plus - Strong design sensibility and an interest in urban problem-solving - Eager to work on real-world projects from concept through construction - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment - Curious, resourceful, and detail-oriented ** ** Bonus Points - Interest in adaptive reuse, modular design, or urban infrastructure - Familiarity with NYC zoning or building code - Portfolio showcasing real or academic projects that explore space efficiency or unconventional uses