UHCDC is a teaching practice that provides students with opportunities to work on public-serving projects through academic coursework, student internship, and post graduate employment.
“Working for the UHCDC has afforded me the opportunity to understand the importance that community-based design has on our communities."
- Keola Annino Student Assistant 2016-2022
“Being a part of the MICD Design Tank and other Kauaʻi projects allowed me to work with people from my home island, and to give back to our Hawaiʻi community.”
- Kristyn Yamamotoya Student Assistant 2018-2021
“Being able to work so closely with amazing faculty and staff with a variety of expertise has greatly influenced my work and sharpened skills that are not usually learned in a classroom setting.”
- Hana Fulghum, UHCDC Student Employee 2019-2022
“UHCDC provided me with a foundation in the professional practice of architecture and confidence I needed to help me transition from a grad student to a full time professional.”
- Christopher Gaydosh D.Arch, UHCDC Student Employee 2016-2018
Student Internships
UHCDC projects provide students with the opportunity to work with faculty, staff, and students from different year levels, degree programs, and disciplines on small close knit teams. Through external interactions with institutional leaders and internal collaboration with team members, students gain critical civic leadership skills and professional development experience.
NCARB/AXP
Students choosing to pursue architectural licensure through National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), can receive Architectural Experience Program (AXP) hours at UHCDC for their work under a supervising licensed professional.
Employment
For students interested in working with UHCDC and who have already been hired, please click on the link below to access employment and other administrative resources.