capX: The California Architectural Practice Experience
Hosted By: California Architecture Foundation
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The California Architectural Practice Experience (capX) is a statewide program designed to connect architecture firms with emerging professionals through internships, job shadowing, and mentorship opportunities. Whether you’re a small firm looking for talent or an aspiring designer seeking experience, capX creates a flexible pathway to meaningful, hands-on learning in real practice settings.
Through this initiative, firms can establish or expand internship programs with minimal administrative burden while gaining access to a diverse and motivated talent pipeline. Participants benefit from structured support, professional guidance, and direct connections to the architecture community across California.
Join us to learn how capX works, who can participate, and how your firm—or your career—can benefit from being part of this collaborative effort to strengthen the future of the profession.
Learn more About capX:
capX overview: https://calarchfoundation.org/capx/
Enrollment page: https://calarchfoundation.org/capx-enroll/
2026 Dates
January 26 - Spring Enrollment Opens
March 6 - Deadline to Enroll
March 12 - Student List Released to Firms
April 10 - Interview Period Ends
April 20 - Agreement Forms Due (students only)
May – Dec - Internships / Job Shadowing / Virtual Mentoring Period
June 11, 5 pm (tentative) - Emerging Professional Community Meet-up
June 18, 2 pm (tentative) - Firm Community Meet-up