{"id":42723,"date":"2025-08-06T15:00:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T13:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.architect-us.com\/blog\/?p=42723"},"modified":"2025-08-06T12:00:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T10:00:50","slug":"my-experience-as-an-intern-in-nashville-tn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.architect-us.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/my-experience-as-an-intern-in-nashville-tn\/","title":{"rendered":"My experience as an Intern in Nashville, TN!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hi everyone!
I\u2019m Mariana, an architecture intern currently working with Mark Poe Builders<\/strong> in Nashville<\/strong>, Tennessee<\/strong>. I\u2019m excited to share an update about my second month in this internship program and reflect on what I\u2019ve learned so far during this incredible summer<\/strong> abroad.<\/p>\n

These past few weeks, I\u2019ve gained a much deeper understanding of how a general contractor operates \u2014 not just in terms of construction, but in managing relationships and communication with architects<\/strong>, interior designers<\/strong>, suppliers<\/strong>, and clients<\/strong>. One of the most rewarding aspects has been seeing how essential ongoing coordination is to keep several projects on track at once.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve contributed to site visits and supervision, helped with material research, and supported scheduling and documentation. I\u2019ve also taken site photos, prepared presentations, and joined key meetings with collaborators. These experiences have shown me the importance of being detail-oriented, responsive, and collaborative in every stage of a project. They\u2019ve also helped me realize how much I enjoy the dynamic and interdisciplinary nature of this role.<\/p>\n

Another highlight has been learning about the work of new architecture and interior design studios \u2014 not only in Nashville but also in other major cities across the U.S. As an intern and a postgraduate student focused on housing design, it\u2019s been incredibly inspiring to get hands-on experience with high-end residential projects. I know this exposure will be a valuable foundation for my future professional path, both in Mexico and wherever my career takes me.<\/p>\n

Outside the office, I\u2019ve been exploring Nashville\u2019s neighborhoods, trying amazing food, and enjoying the city\u2019s unique energy \u2014 a blend of tradition, creativity, and design innovation. I even got to celebrate the 4th of July on a weekend trip to Austin and experience fireworks and classic American barbecue for the first time, which made me feel more connected to the culture around me.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m truly grateful for this opportunity to grow professionally and personally. I\u2019d encourage anyone considering a program like this to go for it \u2014 it\u2019s a life-changing experience that broadens your perspective in every way. I\u2019m looking forward to what the next month will bring!<\/p>\n

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