From Graduate to Architect
Jillian’s Journey at M+H
Launching your career into the professional world of architecture is about more than just technical skills – it’s about finding the right environment to grow, connect, and take on new challenges.
At M+H young professionals are given the tools, support, and real-world experience to build confidence early in their careers. Below Jillian shares how M+H’s people-first culture and hands-on opportunities have helped shape their journey.
A major benefit at M+H is the support given for professional growth. Regular leadership meetings also provide a framework for accountability and personal development.
“M+H provides plenty of resources and guides to studying for the ARE exams, and having these readily available has helped me tremendously in starting the process. In addition, having regular meetings with our leadership team to go over what I wish to accomplish in my leadership skills and knowledge has helped keep me accountable on an everyday basis.”
Beyond the work itself, M+H creates a fun and engaging culture, fostering team spirit and camaraderie. Special spirit days give employees a chance to take a break, connect, and enjoy time together. As a member of the Spirit Days Committee, Jillian plays an active role in planning and hosting these events.
“Spirit days are a great aspect of the M+H culture. Being apart of the Spirit Day Committee, I get to help plan fun events happening each month and enjoy seeing everyone set aside work to bond a couple of times a week/month.”
One of the standout experiences at M+H is the opportunity to travel and meet with clients early in your career. Jillian gives us a firsthand account into the value of establishing connections right from the start, helping her to build confidence.
“Starting out after graduating, it was great that M+H took initiative to let me travel to various sites and meet with clients. Getting the opportunity to do so right out of the gate helped me establish strong connections early on and a strong sense of responsibility and ownership over the projects.”
What sets M+H apart? At M+H, the focus isn’t just on projects—it’s on people. The firm fosters a culture where both employees and clients feel valued, engaged, and supported. By prioritizing collaboration and professional growth, M+H creates an environment where architects can thrive at any stage of their careers.
“M+H is different from other firms because of their people-first mentality. Whether with clients or with their employees, the firm strives to keep everyone heavily engaged, connected, and enthusiastic about work.”
If you’re looking for a firm that provides structured professional development, hands-on experience, and a culture that values people, M+H is the perfect place to start your career.
Want to learn more? Explore our Student Exclusive page to hear more from team members who started their careers with us!
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