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Table of Contents Foreword: Surviving Internship xx Introduction xi An overview of the process to becoming an architect xiv chapter one: finding the right firm for you Where to start Finding the right firm InsideArch.org - rate your firm chapter two: The job search Getting your "stuff" together What should you include in your letter? Applying to large firms Following up The Interview Accepting an offer Benefits Stories from the "front lines" Resources chapter three: Intern Development Program What is IDP? The Lingo Where to get info? Who is affected? When to sign up? Costs.................. Documentation When to start documenting hours Transmitting your records to your State Board Who is involved IDP Coordinators Keep others informed of your IDP activity Difficult training categories Emerging Professionals Companion Using IDP to your professional advantage Community and Professional Service Does my past work experience count? Foreign experience Working for contractors, engineers, and others Bumps in the road (Frequently Asked Questions) Taking matters into your own hands Successfully navigating the process IDP Websites chapter four: Architect Registration Exam The changing culture of the exam ARE Overview The application process Costs Getting your employer to pay for it Which exam to take first Moving from state to state Preparing for the ARE Prep courses Start a study group Online resources Mulitple Choice Test Taking Tip Familiarity with the software Scheduling your exam What to Expect at the Testing Center After your exam The last exam Now that you're registered AIA vs. RA - What do the titles mean? Success Stories chapter five: Professional Practice Compensation Overtime Contract employees Ownership of work Non-sanctioned use of office equipment How the little things add up Moonlighting Giving notice Being laid off chapter six: Professional Development Performance reviews Self-Promotion or "tooting your own horn" Continuing Education Building an area of expertise How to get the most out of conferences and seminars Certificate Programs How to get your employer to pay Going back to school Design Competitions Fellowships and research grants chapter seven: How do others get through this? Archvoices - started by Interns for Interns Archinect.com - virtual mentoring American Institute of Architecture Students AIA Young Architects Forum AIA National Associates Committee Reaping what you sow Other groups Resources chapter eight: Mentorship Origin & Tradition The Impacts of Mentorship Roles and Responsibilities Considerations for seeking a mentor Create networks Misery loves company How to be a good mentee Drawing Boundaries Looking Back at Mentoring Laddered Mentorship Modeling Mentorship Mentoring Resources chapter nine: Choosing the Non-Traditional Path Alternative Career Options Shaping the world around us - other roles for architects The Academic World chapter ten: Working Abroad How to research potential jobs abroad Visa requirements Advice from those who have done it Fellowships chapter eleven: Starting your own firm Forms of ownership Hanging Out Your Shingle The Business Plan Three new firms conclusion bibliography Articles Books
Library of Congress Subject Headings for this publication:
Architecture -- Vocational guidance -- United States.
Architecture -- Study and teaching (Internship) -- United States.
Architectural practice -- United States.
Career development -- United States.