The School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), Vijayawada, maintains a dedicated Training and Placement (T&P) Cell that facilitates campus interviews, internships, and pre-placement training. As an Institute of National Importance, the school attracts various recruiters from the architecture, urban planning, construction, and consultancy sectors.
Graduates from SPA Vijayawada are recruited by a diverse range of organizations, including multinational consultancy firms, government bodies, and major infrastructure developers:
Consultancies: Deloitte, JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle), Arcadis, IBI Group, Space Matrix.
Infrastructure & Construction: Tata Projects, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Shapoorji Pallonji, DLF, Godrej Properties.
Government & Public Sector: Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), CIDCO, various urban development authorities.
The T&P Cell is active in bridging the gap between academic study and professional practice through:
Structured Internships: The school facilitates various internship models, including Fast Track, Summer, and Final Year Internships, with firms like Sublime Architects, Genesis Planners, and Centuryply.
Skill Development: The cell organizes mock interviews, resume workshops, and portfolio reviews to ensure students are prepared for professional interviews.
Networking: Regular interactions with alumni and industry professionals through seminars and field visits help students gain insights into real-world projects and market demands.
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