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I left my job as an architect early last year and have not been able to find anything in my field since. I've looked all over the country, but unfortunately the recession has hit my profession very very hard. Firm's are slashing their staffs right and left.
I'm looking to get into another field, or possibly looking to take a couple of part time jobs to make ends meet.
Just wondering if anyone has any ideas of some jobs which require little to no experience, yet still offer benefits and possible growth. I'm not a real extroverted person, so sales positions are probably out of the question.
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Just thought Id bump this thread... I am also an architect and while not quite out of work yet - I can't see work beyond next month. Curious what the OP decided to do. The economy is not showing a lot of signs at least in my area of rebounding anytime soon. Ive read that Architects are one of the most unemployed professions...
As far as the suggestion of looking into mechanical drafting - not a bad idea. Unfortunately mechanical draftsmen are also out of work. Also, I like many other architects have used non AutoCAD CAD systems. Actually wondering about going back to school *shudder at the thought*. To think after 5 years of college, 3 years of interning, getting licensed, gaining several years of experience and I can barely give away my services.
Friend of mine that is an architect also does scratch built models. Builds models for shopping centers, other architects, commercial real estate companies and museums.
To think after 5 years of college, 3 years of interning, getting licensed, gaining several years of experience and I can barely give away my services.
You read that right. Really sad, one of the toughest professions to get licensed and into. I've known a number of architects over the years and all of them do it because they love it. Unlike engineers they have an artistic side.
I can't think of anything that would make you happy.
Dude things suck for us! I have a masters degree in architecture and I am willing to relocate anywhere and I still havnt found a single job. I dont know how much skills you have but i've been able to land some 3d freelance work several times. Its really bad regardless of how good you are. Take the time and learn things that are pioneering our career, green design, and BIM. I hope the will be better days.
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