BENITO JUAREZ JR
ABOUT BENITO
Hello, my name is Benito Juarez Jr. and I was born and raised in the city of Houma, Louisiana, where I have come to grow immense love for the Gulf Coast region. While the southern environment has influenced greatly who I am, I have always been rooted in my Mexican heritage and am always proud to represent the culture of my family. Being a first generation American, I am one of the first to attend college in my family. I graduated in May 2022 from Louisiana State University with a bachelors in architecture.
I have been passionate about becoming an architect since elementary school, so finishing my undergraduate studies and reaching out to firms is all part of my dream being lived! I am looking forward to becoming part of an experienced team that can help me grow my skillset as an architect and gain insight into the business of architecture. I also wish to grow and contribute to the firm through passionate work and ideas. Though learning about architecture is my top interest, I am overall always hungry to learn about new things. On my free time, I enjoy discovering new music, learning about philosophy, and watching sports (especially soccer).
WORK HISTORY
September 2021 - Present
RITTER MAHER ARCHITECTS | ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT
From my days as a part-time student intern, to today as a full-time associate architect, I have been receiving hands on office experience. Some of my tasks include modeling and drafting schematics using programs such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketchup.
August 2017Â - September 2021 (4 years, 1Â month)
THE HOME DEPOT | SALES ASSOCIATE
Working in the Lumber, Building Materials, and Millworks department, I maintained the department's stock, cleanliness, and safety; operated machinery such as the fork lift, reach truck, and panel/radial arm saws; and engaged in frequent customer service, including English/Spanish translation. Here, I have also learned about various home improvement/construction products and processes while frequently dialoguing with contractors and builders.
May 2017 - July 2017 (3Â months)
DA SWAMP TRAMPOLINE PARK | TEAM LEADER
In my first job as a high school senior, I supervised customer safety, security, and issues, while overseeing the organization of floor staff members.
LEADERSHIP /Â EXPERIENCES
May 2022
LSU CXC DISTINGUISHED COMMUNICATOR MEDALIST
Recipients of this honor are outstanding writers and speakers, with a strong command of visual literacy and technological communication .
Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022
LSU DEAN'S LIST
Undergraduate students who earned grade-point averages of 3.5 to 3.99 in at least 15 credit hours are listed on the Dean’s List.
August 2020 - Present
LSU SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE FRESHMAN MENTOR
Serving as an upperclassman mentor for underclassmen who are entering the school of architecture. This role involves being available for my mentees with project help, class advice, general support, and whatever questions they might have related to the major.
Fall 2020 - Fall 2021
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AT CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH
Intercessory Prayer Team Head
Primary leader for organizing a weekly intercessory prayer group.​
ALPHA Table Host
Primary conversation facilitator for a semester long course that invites people to have open discussions about life, faith, and meaning in a banquet styled, group setting. ​
2018
AIAS INVOLVEMENT
Attended the 2018 National AIAS Conference in Seattle, WA.
