An architect needs a professional degree in architecture along with passing licensing exams and completing a three-year internship. Salaries can be lucrative, averaging over $141,000 per year or up to $119,000 for a single building project. Important skills include visual communication, drawing ability, creativity, and computer-aided design. The author believes they are well-suited to the career as they enjoy independent study, visual learning, and their strong math skills.

1. Architect
By: Billy Schoel

2. Qualifications
To become an architect you need to get a
professional degree (bachelor’s degree) in
architecture and gain work experience
from a three-year internship. Most of all you
need to get a licensure by passing the
Architect Registration Exam.

3. Salary
Depending on certain things architects
usually make around $141,200 per year. The
highest amount on record is $119,220 per
ONE BUILDING! Think, you could make a lot
of money by just doing good in school and
being persistent!

4. Skills
One skill that is very important is being able
to visually explain ideas in their mind to
clients. Drawing ability is also helpful in this
career. It is also very helpful to be creative.
Computer skills are helpful using C.A.D.D.
(computer aided design and drafting)
programs for improving two and three
dimensional skills and for financial
management.

5. Why I’m A Good Fit
I’m a good fit for this job because I am
good at math; I like doing it to and it is my
favorite subject. I like having my own
independent study time. I also like learning
by seeing things instead of listening. I’ve
always wanted to go to Ohio State
University, turns out they will give you a
degree in architecture. I will try my hardest
every day and get to do something I like
every single day.

6. How could you become one?
Are you good at math or social studies?
Well if you do you’re a lucky one; it helps a
lot. Try doing some independent work and
always try your hardest. It is helpful if you like
learning by seeing things instead of listening
to a lecture.