Preparing for that make-or-break job interview
If you’re trying to get a job, and lucky enough to land an interview, these suggestions from recruiters and firm principals may help you make the most of the opportunity.

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Recession Stories
How are architects coping with the economic downturn? To help answer this question, we headed over to the AIA New York’s Center for Architecture on January 21 to attend a Not Business As Usual forum—one in a series of events geared toward helping architects in these troubled times. The workshop drew roughly 80 attendees. Here, we profile 15 of the people we interviewed, from firm owners to unemployed designers. We’ve included the resumes of those architects looking for work.

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Strategies for Unemployed Architects
Nobody is immune from getting laid off in this troubled economy. If you have lost your job, or fear losing it, the near future does not look promising. But there are strategies for ensuring your longevity in the profession. 

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Firms Adapt to Tough Times
From layoffs to reduced salaries, owners of architecture firms are using various tactics to keep their firms afloat.

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Land a Government Contract
With government projects getting a boost through the economic stimulus package, firms with little to no experience in public sector work are eyeing opportunities to get in the game. But landing public contracts can be a challenge for the uninitiated without smart strategies.

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Unemployment Insurance
Check out this quick guide to filing an unemployment claim. We also present a list of helpful Web resources.

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Top 10 Resume Tips
Dana Byrne, manager of talent acquisition and professional development at RMJM, offers suggestions on how to make cover letters and resumes shine.

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Return to Academia
Universities are seeing a spike in applications. Is now a good time to head back to school?

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Volunteer Roundup
While it won’t pay the bills, volunteering is a way to stay active in the profession. Here’s a list of opportunities that might be of interest to architects.

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Grant Opportunities
With work drying up and layoffs sweeping the profession, now may be an ideal time to pursue a personal project. We present a roundup of various grant opportunities.

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Start Your Own Studio?
We talk to architects about the pros and cons of self-employment.

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