Architecture Job Interview Questions & How to Answer Them (2025 Guide)

Looking for a job in architecture? 🏛️ Here's a complete guide on the most common architecture interview questions and exactly how to answer them — with tips drawn from real interviews and personal experience.

In this video, I break down:

General questions like “Tell us about yourself” and “Why our firm?”

Portfolio-based questions & how to present your work effectively

What to say if you’re not a pro in every software

Design thinking questions for retail, hospitality, & healthcare

Communication and collaboration tips, including how to handle design disagreements

Whether you're applying for a job as an architecture designer, BIM modeler, or architectural technologist — this video will help you prepare for your next big interview.

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Time stamps -
00:00 - Introduction & Purpose of the Video
00:53 - 5 Interview Categories Explained
01:23 - Category 1: General Questions
01:33 - Q1: Tell us about yourself
02:40 - Q2: Why do you want to work at this firm?
03:44 - Q3: Strengths and weaknesses
04:42 - Q4: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
06:07 - Category 2: Portfolio-Based Questions
07:33 - Common Portfolio Questions & How to Answer
08:43 - Category 3: Software & Technical Skills
10:45 - How to Talk About Software You Don't Know Well
12:00 - Category 4: Design Thinking & Processes
14:02 - Category 5: Communication & Collaboration
15:00 - How to Handle Disagreements in Design Teams
16:00 - Final Advice: Be Honest, Prepared, and Positive
17:12 - Closing Words & Thank You

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