Discover Architecture is a career exploration program for NYC high school students, offered by the Center for Architecture and the American Institute of Architects New York. The 2024 program consists of a three-day externship at an architecture office followed by a culminating design workshop at the Center for Architecture. The program will take place during the public school mid-winter break February 20–23, from 10am–3pm daily. Students accepted into the program will spend Tuesday through Thursday at a local architecture firm gaining valuable, first-hand experience with the work of practicing architects, then have a chance to test out their own design ideas during a hands-on workshop and concluding event at the Center for Architecture on Friday, February 23, 2024.
Eligible students must be in their sophomore or junior year of high school in New York City. We are looking for students who are interested in and would most benefit from this opportunity. No prior experience is necessary.
Student Eligibility: New York City high school sophomores and juniors
Program Dates: February 20–23, 2024, 10am–3pm daily (public school mid-winter break)
Application Deadline: January 5, 2024
Acceptance Notification: Week of January 15, 2024
How to Apply: Complete the application form below and submit, including a Statement of Interest explaining why you would like to attend this program and what you hope to gain from the experience. Your statement of interest must be 250 words maximum, single-spaced, typed, and saved as a PDF.
You may also submit the optional application items below:
- Optional: Portfolio containing digital reproductions of 1 to 4 original artwork samples such as drawings, sketches, photographs, or 3-dimensional work. All images should be 8 ½” x 11” and saved into a single PDF document.
- Optional: Personal reference from teacher, guidance counselor, or school administrator. This may be submitted below or separately from your application by email to discoverarch@centerforarchitecture.org as a PDF with the email subject line: Reference for your full name, school name. The reference must provide their name, title, and organizational affiliation.
