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Become an AIA Member
For more than 150 years, members of the American Institute of Architects have worked together with their communities to create valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes.
The American Institute of Architects exists to create opportunities for professional development and fellowship, as well as raise awareness of the architecture profession in the community.
The American Institute of Architects is a three-tier organization. Bylaws require that Members join and maintain membership at all three levels: National, State, & Local Chapter.
Membership Types
ASSOCIATE NEW GRADUATE
Individuals who have graduated with a professional degree in architecture from an accredited school may be eligible for up to 18 months free membership upon graduation.
NAAB-accredited degree holder eligibility.
You must have recently graduated with a NAAB-accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate professional degree in architecture within the past 18 months.
ALLIED MEMBER
Allied Members are organizations with a vested interest in the architectural industry that use AIA Orlando as a platform to grow their industry knowledge, while networking & conducting business with other members.
Allied Members are employed outside of traditional architectural practice but are involved in positions related to the field.
EMERITUS MEMBER
An AIA member for 15 successive years and 70 years of age or incapacitated and unable to work in the profession.
Title: May use the initials AIA after your name.
Email the appropriate form to gary@aiaorlando.com.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Currently licensed to practice architecture in the United States. Proof of current licensure (wallet certificate) must be furnished with application.
Title: May use the
Unlicensed to practice architecture but meets one of the following criteria:
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Under the supervision of an architect in a professional or technical capacity.
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A faculty member in an accredited university program in architecture.
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Holds a professional degree in architecture.
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Enrolled in Intern Development Program (IDP).
Title: may use the title "Associate AIA" after your name.
initials AIA after your name.
AIA Orlando Member Benefits
Events & Networking
We have several networking, fun and educational events, including our new Allied Breakfasts on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, in which we feature an Architecture Firm of the Month.
Education
Continuing education is required for all registered architects who practice in the state of Florida and are members of AIA. The Florida Statutes require architects to complete continuing education for licensure, while the AIA requires it for membership.
Careers
Welcome to our Career Center where you can post a job opening, browse resumes, look for a job, or add your resume to our database
Membership
The American Institute of Architects exists to create opportunities for professional development and fellowship, as well as raise awareness of the architecture profession in the community.
Sponsorships
We offer several opportunities to be recognized through sponsoring various events as well as a new Premier Partner Sponsorship, that would put you on EVERY AIA Orlando event, publication and media, including a perpetual place on our website. You may also host a lunch seminar or sponsor a lecture
Chapter
Find all the information and resources you need including our Bylaws, Board of Directors, Committees, Orlando Foundation, Architectural Guide, Legacy, Document Bookstore and more.