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Architectural Assistant Cover Letter Sample

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I am writing to express my interest in the 5260 Landscape Architectural Assistant I at San Francisco Public Works, Building Design & Construction division. After my enriching experience as an intern in the Landscape Architecture Section, I believe I am the ideal candidate for this position due to my skills and passion for public spaces along with my City and County of San Francisco Public Works experience. I want to work on public projects because it allows me to create meaningful and enjoyable places for everyone. I want to be involved in projects that reshape communities by using sustainable practices, reflect their uniqueness and respects the urban context. That is why I enjoyed and learned working in different streetscape projects by focusing on creating spaces that will transform each unique community into livable, safe and active neighborhoods. Unfortunately, currently working on residential projects, there is no profound impact in the neighborhood’s development because these private projects are not accessible to everyone to use. …show more content…

During this time, I gained knowledge about streetscapes, public sector work, community involvement, and multi-agency/multiyear projects. Working on streetscape projects allowed me to see public spaces as opportunities of improvement that not only promote commercial activity, but also promotes the common good of the city and its people. Additionally, I came to understand what it takes to support senior staff in delivering complex public right of way projects. I was fortunate to be involved in the Better Market Street and Folsom and Howard Streetscape improvement projects alongside

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