architecture: type of workplace?>>

rick12
Mon, 10 Dec 2007 19:34:02 +0000

One of the characteristics of this profession is the variety of experiences available to a recent grad. The difference between working in a 300 person office in NY doing high rises vs. a 5 person firm in Vail doing residences is just huge. If you really love the outdoors, then you probably need to find a small firm in an outdoor focused area with partners who enjoy your passions. if you are talented and determined you can find it. Just learn to work as hard as you play.

I have heard people say that it takes many years to find fame and fortune in this profession, but if you aren’t getting some really good opportunities within 2 years of graduation, then you need to find a new firm. Particularly as the baby boomer generation heads towards retirement, there should be lots of opportunites for the younger generation to move up.