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The information in this section is aimed to provide afterschool professionals with baseline knowledge about job details of an architect, including similar occupations and job tasks. Also included is information about education needed to pursue a career as an architect, available education options here in Maine. This information is geared to providing afterschool professionals the knowledge to engage in conversation with youth of any age about what a architect does and what it takes to have a career as one in Maine.
What does an Architect do?
Architects typically work for construction companies, but they can also be self-employed individuals who work on a contractual basis. They use their creativity and problem-solving skills to design houses, stadiums, office buildings and other types of infrastructure. Their job is to take their client’s vision and compare it with budgeting needs and environmental factors.
They create blueprints, drawn to scale to share with their colleagues before the start of construction. They also decide what types of materials to use in the structure based on the local environment and structural needs. They may be in charge of obtaining permits and licensure to use certain materials on the building site.
Architect salary expectations
An Architect makes an average of $110,341 per year. Salary may depend on the level of experience, education and geographical location. Common benefits for someone in this position include 401(k) matching, health insurance and paid time off.
Architect education and training requirements
Architects must have a bachelor’s degree in architecture or related course of study. A master’s degree in architecture may be required depending on the job description. All Architects must successfully complete an internship in architecture and pass a state licensure exam.
Additional training in specialty areas such as landscape design, green building design and urban planning may be required depending on the needs and vision of the company. Continuing education in the form of classes, conferences or workshops is required to maintain licensure.
Architect experience requirements
Architects may be hired once they complete an internship and pass their state licensing exam. Many firms prefer that Architects have several years of on-the-job experience working under more knowledgeable Architects before they are hired. Architects that are working at a management level may be required to have advanced degrees, many years of work experience and a certain number of completed building projects.
A MAINE COLLEGE DEGREE IS AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR FUTURE
From York County to Fort Kent, we have a exceptional network of public universities, community colleges, and private colleges offering opportunities to study microbiology. You can earn your bachelor’s or an advanced degree and start your career right here in Maine.
Click on the links below to Maine’s many campuses to explore the schools and the programs they offer. Don’t hesitate to call them with any questions you may have about their programs, financial aid and scholarship options.
Maine has reciprocal tuition discount agreements with other New England public universities that you may also want to check out.