Dear Hiring Manager,
With this letter, I would like to express my strong interest in working with your firm. I hold a Bachelor in Architecture degree and a minor in Environmental Studies and Sustainability from NJIT as well an Associate in Science degree in Architecture from Union County College. I believe my academic background and work experience make me ready for this competitive environment as well as a tool to improve the visibility of women on the construction field.
Becoming an architect has been a challenge. However, the struggles I faced through this journey, have showed me my capacities to excel and achieve my goals successfully. I am a hard worker who have a passion for my career, a passion to learn and a desire to better myself.
I would like to speak with you about the opportunities your firm are offering and the ways you can utilize my expertise. If you need some work sample, information or wish to talk to me, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 908 566 8539 or [email protected]. It would greatly appreciate if you can grant me the opportunity to be part of your team and grow professionally. Thank you so much for your time and consideration.
Sincere regards,
Adriana Amaya
Parette Somjen Architects, Rockaway, NJ, US, Architectural Intern
- Assisted project managers in preparing construction documents sets for renovations of existing K-12 projects throughout New Jersey as well state applications and site visits
- Performed As-Built Field Site/Building survey for retail, renovations and project development
- Assisted senior designers on design development
- Prepared construction documents for office buildings and industrial
settings including warehouse office area
- Drafted site and floor plans, elevations, sections and details for variety
of projects using AutoCAD
DREAM CONSTRUCTION LLC, Plainfield, NJ, US, Assistant Supervisor
- Delegated responsabilites to workers
- Assisted clients when they had questions and concerns
- Scheduled appointments for job estimates
- Placed orders of materials, making sure the orders were complete
- Produced drawings for City permits
- Produced drawings, sketchings and renderings of the designs to be
done to visualize and display a solution to a problem
Valentino Travel Services, Plainfield, NJ, US, Secretary
- Answered customers questions and concern
- Promoted and explained the services of the agency
- Organized travel schedules and sales
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), College of Architecture and Design, BArch, Architecture
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), College of Science and Liberal Arts, Minor in Environmental Studies and Sustainability
CONSTRUCTION ROUNDTABLE OF NEW JERSEY SCHOLARSHIP, Scholarship
Annual merit schorlarship awarded for academic excellence to the students enrolled in NJIT and pursuing a degree in a construction-related field.
Awarded for two consecutive academic years 2012 -2013 and 2013 -2014
CoAD Design Showcase, Other
Selected to be a participant of the annual celebration of design excellence produced by students and alumni of the College of Architecture and Design at NJIT for five consecutive years.
Participated in 2012 - 2013 - 2014
UCC EXCELLENCE IN ARCHITECTURE, Award
Awarded for design excellence to the student with the best studio project of each year. 2008
ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE HONOR SOCIETY, Honorable Mention
Honored to students who achieved a superior academic standing in the disciplines of Engineering or Architecture. 2007
SUPERINTENDENT APPLE AWARD, Award
Awarded to recognize individuals who have outstanding contributions to schools from the City of Plainfield. 2004
