This year, Williams Blackstock Architects participated in career development fairs at Auburn University, Samford University, The University of Alabama, Mississippi State University and Tuskegee University to connect with architecture and interior design students exploring careers in the design industry.

Participating in these career fairs is an important part of who we are as a firm and directly reflects our core values. We believe in creating a platform and framework for professional growth by helping students gain insight into the profession, understand career pathways, and build meaningful industry connections early in their careers.

These events also support our commitment to making the world and our communities a better place. By engaging with emerging designers and sharing our experiences, we hope to encourage thoughtful, community-focused design leadership for the future.

We value serving and respecting others while cultivating a culture of diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. Career fairs provide an opportunity to meet students from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, while helping foster a more inclusive future for the architecture and interior design professions.

Over the years, these connections have led to several successful hires and internship opportunities within our firm. Many of the students we first met at career fairs have gone on to become valuable members of our team and contributors to projects that positively impact communities across the region.

We always enjoy contributing to the development of students who are interested in pursuing careers in design and look forward to continuing these relationships in the years ahead.