From Madrid to Manhattan<\/b><\/p>\n
Hey everyone! I\u2019m Dunia. I just finished my Master\u2019s in Architecture this past January at the ETSAM in Madrid. I\u2019ve always been into fashion, art, and the most creative, aesthetic side of architecture<\/strong>. I always knew that moving abroad was the move to complete my education. Now I\u2019m about to start an internship at Studio Gang<\/a> in New York City<\/strong>, which is honestly crazy.<\/p>\n How it all started<\/b><\/p>\n I first heard about Architect-US<\/strong> through some talks they gave at my university. One day, I just decided to submit my portfolio to see what would happen. I wasn\u2019t even 100% sure I\u2019d actually go through with it. But as soon as they accepted me into the program and it was time to make the first payment, I just decided to keep going.<\/p>\n The process was pretty straightforward. They reviewed my portfolio<\/strong>, gave me some tips to improve it, and then they sent it out to several studios. At the same time, I was also applying to the firms that interested me from the lists they provided.<\/p>\n Then came the email: Studio Gang wanted to interview me. A few days after the call, they sent over the offer letter. That\u2019s the exact moment you realize: \u201cOkay, this is actually happening.\u201d<\/i><\/i><\/p>\n The Paperwork & The Embassy Interview<\/b><\/p>\n From that point on, it was all about payments and sending over documents. Architect-US handled the management and provided the necessary paperwork to get the visa going.<\/p>\n The U.S. Embassy interview went well. I had a quick prep meeting with the sponsor beforehand, so I knew what to expect. The interview itself was smooth, and a few days later my visa was ready, so I just started making travel arrangements.<\/p>\n Next Stop: Brooklyn!<\/b><\/p>\n I\u2019m so excited for this next chapter. I\u2019m starting out in Brooklyn<\/strong> doing a sublet, which is perfect because NYC is very “month-to-month” and I want to feel the vibe of the city before committing to a long-term spot.<\/p>\n I’m mostly looking forward to seeing how a major studio works from the inside, learning about American architecture scales, and just experiencing the energy, the art, and the people in the city. It\u2019s definitely going to be fun!<\/p>\n