I applied as a Junior Architect, but the job turned out to be more like an Assistant Project Manager. Most of the tasks were related to site coordination, project follow ups, and dealing with vendors and definitely not into architectural design or technical work.
As a fresh grad in Architecture, I expected to be involved in design, drafting, and learning architectural processes. Instead, I didn’t get to apply much of what I have studied.
Also, the basic salary offered felt unfair. Just because I didn’t have work experience doesn’t mean my years of architectural training, software skills, and technical knowledge should be ignored.
If you're looking to grow as an architect, this may not be the right fit. But if you're more interested in project management or site work, it could be useful.The good thingsWhat I did like was the good working environment. The boss and colleagues were kind and respectful.
The challengesThe job scope given does not match the title “Junior Architect.” Instead of architectural tasks like design work or technical drafting, most of the responsibilities were related to project and site coordination. The salary offered was also too basic, considering I am fresh grads in Architecture and have developed important skills such as using architectural software and understanding design processes. This role doesn't support professional growth in the architecture field.