Career Success

Approximately 5 billion people across the globe have access to the Internet and spend most of their time using mobile devices, computers and other types of technology. In a world where so much of our everyday behaviors occur online (e.g., banking, shopping, working, and communication with friends and family), it’s not surprising that we’ve become increasingly concerned about how living in a technological age affects us as individuals and as a society. 

Do you ever look at the buildings around you and find yourself captivated by their detail, beauty, or just overall design? If so, you can thank architects for this. Architects use their skills and creative ideas to design and construct homes, office buildings, shopping centers, and other structures.

If you're interested in pursuing a career in this dynamic industry, keep reading to learn about what essential skills are needed to become a great architect. 

Throughout your time in college you’ll learn valuable skills and concepts that will help you in your career. However, there is nothing quite like real-world experience to truly get a feel for what working in your chosen field will be like. Completing an internship allows you to gain crucial knowledge of your field, while enhancing your resume at the same time. Internships also show future employers that you’ve been exposed to a work environment, giving you one foot in the door when applying to full-time jobs. 

Over the past decade, society has shifted toward social media for just about everything. What started out as a way to connect with friends and family, has now become platforms for businesses and organizations to promote their services, individuals to turn into influencers, and a way for everyone to market themselves, products, or a company.