What is the percentage of Architecture majors getting job right after graduation?
I'm asking because, I'm ready to invest all my effort and time into this major and I want know that my investment isn't going to waste. #UTA #architecture #architecture-and-planning
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Deborah’s Answer
Best of luck in you career!
Alexis’s Answer
This is a very tricky question. The architecture industry can have major ups and downs, leading to some years being fantastic for finding a job, and others being downright impossible. Currently, the market is so hot, it's very difficult to find candidates because of all the competition from other employers. The one thing I have found is that the people that do well regardless of the economy are the ones that are passionate, hard working, capable in all aspects of the profession, and if not capable, open to learning how to be. Knowing multiple computer programs is a great advantage, as well as having some experience coming out of school. There are a lot of opportunities in D/FW for summer internships which should always be taken advantage of. And if nothing else, know that the knowledge you gain can always be used outside of an architecture firm. IE Rendering, drafting, construction, graphic design, set design, etc. You just have to be open to a-typical opportunities. Oh, and have an AMAZING portfolio...this is the first thing you are judged on!
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