Dietz & Company Architects, Inc. has been designated by the New England AIA Components as a 2026 Emerging Professional (EP) Friendly Firm. This program recognizes architecture firms that promote the advancement of Emerging Professionals through professional development and personal growth opportunities.
Helping staff reach their career goals is an important part of Dietz & Company Architects’ firm culture. We have an ongoing commitment to providing educational development opportunities and cutting-edge technology to our team members. We strive to provide a work environment that encourages opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. Given the historic lack of diversity in architecture, we believe that providing these opportunities to individuals early in their careers is critical to overcoming the barriers created by decades of inequity in the industry.
Emerging professional and Design Staff at Dietz & Company Architects, Kayleigh Luke, discussed how working for an Emerging Professional Friendly Firm has benefited her career:
“Working at a firm that supports emerging professionals has played a big role in helping me grow and move forward in my architecture career. I was fortunate to have the firm’s support even before starting full time, when I worked as an intern and was given opportunities to learn, gain experience, and become familiar with the profession while still in school. Since graduating, their continued support has helped me pass all of my ARE exams less than two years after graduation, while also making sure I am gaining AXP hours in the specific categories needed for licensure and building experience across different areas of architectural practice.”
Dietz & Company Architects is proud to have been awarded this designation and we are dedicated to supporting and encouraging the next generation of architects.