Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring Landscape Designers
Regina, a Landscape Designer II, recommends that undergraduate students seek "hands-on experience" through entry-level positions at landscape architecture firms to explore different company sizes and project focuses, gaining valuable professional skills and determining "if you like a smaller, big company or if you like more of an environmental focus or more of a cityscape or resorts." This practical experience allows students to learn firsthand about the industry and build their knowledge.
Entry-Level Jobs, Career Exploration, Networking, Professional Development, Industry Experience
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Regina Paredes Martinez
Landscape Designer II
Siegfried Engineering
University of California Davis
n/a
Architecture, Interior Design
Consulting & Related Professional Services
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Hands-on experience working with landscape architects or firms is valuable.
2. Entry-level positions allow exploration of different company sizes and project focuses (environmental, cityscape, resorts).
3. Such positions provide insight into professional workplace environments and expectations (e.g., 8-to-5 office work).
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
Being a student, you can get hands-on experience working with a landscape architect or a landscape architecture firm. I definitely recommend it.
You'll be able to see what the industry is like, how to act professionally, and what it's like to work in an office from eight to five. It's a great experience.
This way, you'll also know if you prefer a smaller or larger company, or if you're more interested in an environmental focus, a cityscape, or resorts. It varies a lot by company, but it's a great way to expand your knowledge and learn more skills.