Clubhouse Conversations - How to get your first Architecture Job - #02 CV / Resumes

A first architecture CV needs to be clear, relevant and easy to scan. It should support the portfolio, not fight with it.

Stephen Drew discusses how to get your first architecture job with a focus on CVs and resumes, including what to include, what to avoid, how to present experience and how early-career candidates can make applications clearer.

The conversation covers:

• What a first architecture CV should do
• Which common CV mistakes candidates should avoid
• How to present education, experience and skills
• Why the CV and portfolio need to work together
• How to tailor applications for different practices

Read the episode on Architecture Social: Clubhouse Conversations: How to get your first Architecture Job, CVs and Resumes

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to CVs and resumes for first architecture jobs
• 05:00 Why a CV still matters
• 10:00 Common CV mistakes to avoid
• 15:00 What to include as a student or graduate
• 20:00 Presenting education, experience and skills
• 25:00 Making your CV clear for architecture practices
• 30:00 How to pair your CV with a portfolio
• 35:00 Tailoring your CV for specific applications
• 40:00 International perspectives and design studio experience
• 45:00 Feedback from the Clubhouse room
• 50:00 Practical advice for improving your CV
• 55:00 Final thoughts on first job applications

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