Careers
At CRGA we provide the opportunity to grow and learn in a caring environment to each of our team members. Our senior staff members serve as mentors. We provide support during the IDP process by providing opportunities for you to work on all aspects of a project and to receive guidance from licensed architects to advance your knowledge base. We provide training opportunities through our continuing education program to expand your knowledge and technical skills. We also encourage the pursuit of advanced certifications.
We foster a collaborative team-oriented environment. Staff members have the opportunity to work with different teams on a variety of projects. At CRGA you will never get “pigeon-holed” into a specific role. We empower our team members, encourage growth, and provide opportunities for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.
We are currently seeking out passionate interior designers and architects of all levels. Fill out the form at the bottom of the page to be considered for current and future opportunities or contact us for any inquiries you might have regarding openings at our firm.
Internships at CRGA
By its very nature, the architecture industry is constantly evolving. There are always new trends to recognize, technologies to implement, and concepts waiting to be discovered. Internships serve to promote a unique workplace experience for both young professionals and mid-level to senior staff by creating a mutual learning experience – interns are able to learn from those more experienced in the industry, while staff members also learn from interns by garnering unique, fresh perspectives from students. Our program strives to boost workplace wellness while encouraging the generation and exchange of ideas. By providing educational resources to interns, CRGA hopes to bridge the experience gap between the two groups while cultivating lasting mentor/mentee relationships.
PATH TO PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
The path to professional licensure requires designers to accumulate expertise in several experience areas as defined by the Architectural Experience Program (AXP). At least 1,860 of the 3,740 hours required to complete the AXP must be performed for an architecture firm – as a result, CRGA offers a mentorship program for all interns that assists in the accumulation of supervised hours. CRGA’s Intern Development Program aims to immerse young designers in the culture and day-to-day activities of the firm, while simultaneously preparing them for a lifelong career in the architecture industry.
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE
Through shadowing opportunities and direct, hands-on projects, interns will gain valuable experience in the following six AXP designated experience areas:
Practice Management Tasks
Project Management Tasks
Programming & Analysis Tasks
Project Planning & Design Tasks
Project Development & Documentation Tasks
Construction & Evaluation Tasks
CRGA’s Team Building Program
CRGA’s collaborative Team Building Program is a resource for all interns and entry-level team members. This group meets on a weekly basis to gain additional learning resources and participate in group practice activities. Led by CRGA Associate Juan Cardenas, AIA, the purpose of this unique and collaborative team is two-fold; both continuing education and experiential learning are core components of this initiative. Juan teaches comprehensive lessons on building information modeling to fine tune their Revit skillset and assists them in conducting project studies where their techniques can be applied in a creative, encouraging environment. He also helps expose them to architectural design in practice by participating in site visits and other opportunities to see architecture in-practice.
Through our Team Building Program, we are proud to shape the future generation of CRGA and continue to drive our growth in line with our firm’s strategic plan.
“Having the opportunity to intern at a firm as capable and accomplished as CRGA has brought unmatchable advantages to both my educational and professional career. The office atmosphere and dedicated staff have made my transition from studio to the professional setting an easy one. As an intern, I have been given the opportunity to be involved with all levels of a project, from design decisions to the completion of construction documents. Each member of the office has taken the time to make sure that I understand the aspects of each of these stages and feel comfortable within the office. This firm has truly allowed me to grow as both a designer and a professional.”
“My seven months at CRGA have expanded my knowledge basis exponentially and have provided a smooth transition into the professional environment. Trust and understanding are at the core of the office atmosphere, creating an environment where I was given room to learn through my experienced peers while allowing me to balance work, my semester’s studies, and personal life. They welcomed me into the CRGA “family” where I have comfortably grown professionally and individually, including me through the whole design process while encouraging me to bring my own ideas to the table at all stages of a project.
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Apply
Please complete the form below. Portfolios and resumes can also be emailed to info@crgadesign.com.
living and working in
Baltimore
CRGA’s new office is located in Baltimore, Maryland, just a short drive from the Washington, D.C. and Annapolis regions.
Bustling Baltimore greets visitors with its renowned Inner Harbor, its nautical heritage and popular sports facilities. But, it’s well worth the effort to venture forth to experience the city’s cultural landscape, such as the acclaimed Baltimore Symphony under the baton of Marin Alsop, or the ever-growing theater scene and amazing art museums.
From Mount Vernon, the city’s cultural hub, to historic Fell’s Point and the artsy Station North Arts and Entertainment District, you are sure to find something to delight, excite, thrill or entertain. And, you’ll find that not all of our art is indoors – striking architecture, monuments and statues and murals enliven Baltimore at every turn.
“Baltimore is the ultimate of a melting pot. Everywhere you venture exemplifies a diverse society that blends together as one.”
