Practicing ArchitectureArchitect's Knowledge Resource

We all know that finding a job in a recession can prove difficult. To demonstrate its commitment to members, the American Institute of Architects offers these resources to jumpstart your search. From candidate information to leads for employment opportunities to job search advice, these resources will help you find local jobs, research salaries, and secure that offer letter. So get started now.

Candidate Tips

Be in-the-know with these handy tips and information.
Sample Architect Cover Letter
The Internet-Ready Resume
Resumes for Architectural Designers
Writing Your Resume
Resume Tips
Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Networking and Support Groups
Job Searching in a Recession
How to Use the Internet in Your Job Search
Secrets of the Job Hunt
Social Media and Job Searching

National Opportunities

Search these prospects for jobs.
RFP Database
Federal Business Opportunities
A/E/C Jobs Banks
eArchitect Career Resources
Eco-Jobs
The Job Spider
GSA Schedules Program
GSA Design and Construction Excellence Program
Department of Defense Procurement Technical Assistance Centers
Career Jet

AEJob.com

Architect Jobs Online

World Architecture News Jobs

ArchitectureJobs.org

JobOpenings.net Architecture Jobs

McGraw Hill Construction Career Center

ARCHcareers.org

Network with Colleagues via AIA KnowledgeNet

Pro Bono Projects

Stay involved in the profession, even if you don’t have a job.
Public Architecture’s 1% Program
Architecture for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity
Architects Without Borders
Freedom by Design
DOCOMOMO
Volunteer NYC

Search Firms

Explore a sampling of firms that specializes in opportunities for architects.
Gaines International
CFA Architectural Referrals
Mullin Company
Kimmel and Associates
Metzner Group
Double Eagle Group
API Partners
Aerotek
Construction Search Specialists
Sloane and Associates
Execu|Search Group

Additional Assistance

Autodesk Assistance Program
The Autodesk Assistance Program helps displaced AIA members gain a competitive advantage in their field by offering free software, free online training, reduced classroom training and certification in products such as Revit Architecture.  This program is free to qualified registrants.  To learn more or see if you qualify, visit www.autodesk.com/assistance