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What’s your take on short internships for transitioning to AEC tech? We get this question often. While we agree that internships can be helpful, there are alternative ways to transition without quitting your current job. Check out Jake's response on this topic in his IG Live session with Helen. — #career #careertransition #architecture #architect #outofarchitecture #careerdevelopment

The Challenge of Unpaid Internships in Architecture For many graduate architects, the journey from classroom to practice is filled with passion and promise. Yet, the prevalence of unpaid internships presents a harsh reality. These unpaid opportunities often make it difficult for young professionals to sustain themselves, forcing many to abandon their dreams and switch to other careers. Architecture is a discipline that shapes our world and requires immense dedication, creativity, and skill. But how can we expect the next generation of architects to thrive when they’re undervalued from the start? It’s time to address this issue. Fair compensation is not just about financial stability—it’s about recognizing talent, fostering commitment, and ensuring our profession remains vibrant and innovative. Let’s work together to build an industry that supports and retains the passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference. #ArchitectX #UnpaidInternships #ArchitecturalProfession #SupportYoungArchitects #FairWork

Do internships prepare Architects for practice? In most cases, as an intern you will never meet the client, you will not be invited into client meetings, might not be sent on-site and certainly not manage nor even monitor design or construction budgets. Basically, being completely cut out of the actual business is the side of things. Of course, in the times we live in it is a dream of many to work for celebrity firms. And we all seek experience and looking to build a reputable portfolio. Many students compete for the limited spaces available at the big firms, ready to give their all to work for free in the big firms. And even though this is not the experience they actually need; it is the experience they crave for. #internships #architects #engineers #careerpath #careerdevelopment

[Internship Guide for Aspiring Architects] Internships play a crucial role in the career development of aspiring architects. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of . . . https://lnkd.in/gGyNWR5X

Do internships prepare Architects for practice? In most cases, as an intern you will never meet the client, you will not be invited into client meetings, might not be sent on-site and certainly not manage nor even monitor design or construction budgets. Basically, being completely cut out of the actual business is the side of things. Of course, in the times we live in it is a dream of many to work for celebrity firms. And we all seek experience and looking to build a reputable portfolio. Many students compete for the limited spaces available at the big firms, ready to give their all to work for free in the big firms. And even though this is not the experience they actually need; it is the experience they crave for. #career #internship #engineer #construction

🌍 **New Article Out Now!** 🏛️ Dreaming of an architecture internship in the UK? Our latest article, **"How to Land the Best Architecture Internships in the UK,"** offers expert tips on crafting an impressive portfolio, networking, and navigating the UK job market to secure top opportunities. 🔗 Start your journey: https://lnkd.in/d-RwSUtq . #jobopportunity #jobopenings #architecturejobs #wearehiring #architecturejobs #archijobs #jobsarchi #jobssearch

Exploring Diverse Specialties in Building Design through Internships: Varied Project Portfolios Engineering Consultancies Construction Management Specialized Design Studios Interdisciplinary Experiences The goal is to gain a diverse set of internship experiences to develop a well-rounded skillset in Building Design.

Day 53 of my 2-month streak with Willy Samuel Celebrating Milestones: Fueling Personal and Professional Growth 🎉 As a 200-level architecture student, I've come to realize that milestones are more than just achievements - they're catalysts for growth 🚀. Reaching milestones: ✨ Boosts confidence ✨ Enhances skills ✨ Expands networks ✨ Fosters resilience ✨ Refines goals In architecture school, milestones like completing design projects 🏗️, participating in critiques 📝, and landing internships 📊 have helped me: 👉 Develop problem-solving skills 👉 Refine my design aesthetic 👉 Build relationships with industry professionals What milestones have propelled your personal and professional development? 🤔 Share your stories! 💬 #MilestonesMatter #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #ArchitectureStudent #FutureArchitect #GrowthMindset #Achievements 🎓

"I will not be a flea." Imagine being a flea stuck in a jar, conditioned to jump only as high as the lid. Now envision removing the lid, realizing that you can soar even higher than the lid. What great things would you strive to do, knowing that you can reach new heights and explore your full potential? Our CEO Fran held an inspirational session with our #interns, using the flea in a jar metaphor, to encourage them to think beyond their lids. Because while they might be interns today, they are future Project Managers, Estimators, VDC Designers, and Marketing Leaders, and they don't have to wait to do great work. #PolkNationYeti #BestPlacesToWork #ConstructionManagement #ConstructionScience #MechanicalEngineering #Internships #DominateElevateWin #ConstructionInternships #PolkNationCareers

Have you ever thought about whether the pressure we're under to get internships is normal? Because it's kind of insane. I don't know about you, but for me, it started my first year of design school and has gotten worse ever since. Here are the results from a poll I posted last week, which people from all over the world answered... In some places, it's uncommon to have more than one design internship before graduating, and in other places, three might feel like a minimum. 🤯 It was comforting to see that about 40% of you only had one internship during college, some of you even had zero, and you all seem to be doing great for yourselves! If you were part of the 5%, how'd you do it, and most importantly, how'd you find the time? I don't believe that our career success relies on the number of internships we get, and I know that there are plenty of other ways to gain experience and advance our careers, but I also can't deny that internships are important. There's a reason we want them: job experience, looks good on a resume, career exploration, being able to practice what we've learned—the list goes on. Under the original post, Alessio Caddeo explained to me how different the norm was in Italy compared to the U.S., and now I'm curious to know what the culture surrounding design internships is like in other countries and universities. I'm also curious to know how times have changed. So, let's have a chat, because I want to know what goes on outside of my little bubble, and I think you might also... What are your opinions on the pressure we put on students to get internships? What was the norm when you graduated? What's the general culture like surrounding internships in your country? And finally, what's the pressure like at YOUR design school? - 👋 I'm Rebecca Scarbrough, an Industrial Design student at Georgia Tech and the Founder of Design Does That, a blog dedicated to observing the field of design from a student's perspective Follow me if you'd like to tag along throughout my design school experience! Let's go on this journey together 🌱💪 #industrialdesign #designer #designersoflinkedin #designstudents #womenindesign #designschool #designeducation