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The quotations below represent the opinions of respondents to the firm survey. These individuals are unrelated to InsideArch. Their opinions are based on their individual experiences and in no way reflect or represent the views of InsideArch or its employees. Other opinions, including contrary opinions, may exist."Designers design, Managers manage, Technical Detailers detail, and CAD Monkeys monkey. Each one of these groups encompass all experience levels, but start where you want to stay."
"This firm is all about healthcare, healthcare and healthcare. So if that’s what you want to do then it might be the place otherwise look elsewhere. Projects tend to be huge and it becomes hard to see the end results. But, you will learn along the way if you keep your eyes and ears open."
"Healthcare, healthcare, healthcare, and maybe a little academic work thrown in for good measure"
"They tend to be enthusiastic, but not willing to put in the time, effort, or people to do the job up to its potential."
"Steady and slow makes the grade. Methodically think through all issues, but get the job done profitably, therefore shortchanging quality. Large projects and droning schedules cause some burnout, especially when you do not see the light at the end of the tunnel (project finish too far away)"
"Management cuts corners to make money, therefore shortchanging projects that could be used to get a better future project. Clients are also typically demanding and no arguments are heard."
Key Questions
(Scale: 1-5)
A majority of the people polled agreed that the multiple choice statements below, taken from the firm survey, best described their opinions of the firm. These survey results are based on the experiences of individuals unrelated to InsideArch and in no way reflect or represent the views of InsideArch or its employees. All responses, which are selected by multiple choice from a list of possible responses, represent
the opinions of the respondents. Other opinions, including contrary opinions, may exist.
Does the firm have a strong unifying design philosophy?
4 Moderately
How is the firm doing financially?
4 We're making it. Top performers can expect bonuses and staff extras get funded.
How important to the firm is pursuing a social agenda?
3 We like doing green projects, but aren't going to push an agenda onto our clients.
How would you rate the overall design quality of the firm's work?
4 Moderate
What level commitment do you feel your firm exhibits toward a quality internship?
3 Fair
Rate the overall quality of the learning opportunity
4 Moderate
Would you recommend this firm to potential employees or interns?
4 Strongly recommend if you need to learn what they have to teach.
How would you rate the overall design creativity and technical skill of the architectural staff at this firm.
4 Maybe not the starting line-up, but definitely major-league players
How would you rate the overall employee satisfaction at the firm?
4 Moderate
The general attitude at this firm toward interns is:
4 Respect -- interns take responsibility but not too fast.
How satisfied are you with your overall compensation at this firm?
4 Somewhat Satisfied
Note: The answers shown in the 'Key Questions' section are not the actual words of any user but represent the average answer selected from the five available options of a multiple-choice question.
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