Career Perspectives

Graduates who studied architecture and engineering can serve in a variety of roles within the field and adjacent to it. While many of those who hold architecture degrees apply their knowledge directly as architects and drafters, others hold jobs in related creative and academic fields. With an architecture and engineering degree, you can find a job in the following fields:

Graphic designer. Graphic designers use mixed art techniques to create visual designs for use in the publication of magazines, labels, marketing materials, signage, and other media. They may interface with clients to determine their specific needs and manage proposals of typeset, formatting, color, and other details.

Interior designer. Interior designers create functional, safe, and visually appealing interior spaces. They may curate specific materials, decor, and lighting to actualize their visions. Interior designers may use drafting and visual design skills to create plans for their projects.
Computer-aided design (CAD) designer. CAD designers use specific techniques to generate designs and drafts for large-scale projects. They create 2D images (surface models) and 3D images (solid models) to create such graphics. CAD designers are deeply involved in the development processes within fields like architecture, manufacturing, and automotive design. They typically translate complex verbal instructions or conversations into workable models.

Architectural drafter. Architectural drafters create detailed drawings of plans and designs used by architects to build structures. They must adhere to specific guidelines from architects and utilize software to prepare their drafts. Architectural drafters must often translate complex and abstract ideas into organized technical plans that building teams can work from. They imbed measurements and directions within their drafts

Architectural technologist. Architectural technologists work in tandem with architects and engineers to design the construction specifics for building projects. They must possess specific technical skills to understand how to create architectural drafts and building codes. Architectural technologists usually serve as liaisons between creative and technical teams. Architectural technologists often relay measurements, environmental concerns, and any needed specifications to drafters responsible for creating designs.