Intern Think Tank... Apply now!!!

On December 14-15, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is hosting its first Intern Think Tank in Washington, DC, to inform the future of internship and examine the current Intern Development Program’s (IDP) implementation and effectiveness. The Council Would Like Your Help! Do you know interns who are passionate about architecture, the profession, and enhancing the internship portion of the licensure process? If so, encourage them to apply for the Intern Think Tank! We are looking for 12 intern volunteers. To be considered, interns will need to: To write a 300 word essay on the “Why Internship and Licensure Matter” Meet the following qualifications: Unlicensed at the time of application, have at least six months of approved IDP experience (930 hours), and an active NCARB Record Available to travel and meet 13-16 December 2012 Willingness and ability to participate in approximately five (5) conference calls and conduct up to 10 hours of research throughout the next year Have not held an officer or other leadership position with any architectural collateral organizations (NCARB, AIA, AIAS, ACSA, or NAAB) They must also list a reference from one of the following groups: An NCARB Member Board Executive or Member An AIA Component executive or officer An architect registered in a U.S. jurisdiction References will only need to be available to answer questions about their intern applicant during the selection process (November 12-13) and do not need to submit anything at the time the intern submits his or her application. Learn more: www.ncarb.org/experience-through-internships/intern-think-tank