Since 1991, the IDP Outstanding Firm Awards program, administered by the AIA/NCARB Intern Development Program Advisory Committee (IDPAC), has recognized firms who actively embrace the Intern Development Program (IDP) and demonstrate a commitment to interns by making the path to licensure an integral part of the firm’s culture.
In 2008, the program expanded to recognize “IDP Firms” that meet twelve essential criteria in the categories of Mentoring, Supervising, Training Opportunities, Commitment to IDP, and ARE Support. The IDP Outstanding Firm Award recognizes firms who meet these essential criteria and demonstrate an innovative effort or outstanding practice in their efforts with the Intern Development Program.
2012 Application and Awards Timeline
July 18, 2012: Applications and submission guidelines available for download
September 24, 2012: Applications due
October 2012: Jury convenes at IDPAC meeting
November 2012: 2012-2015 IDP Firm Award and IDP Outstanding Firm Award recipients announced
Download the full guidelines to determine whether your firm prefers to apply for the IDP Firm Award or the IDP Outstanding Firm Award for 2012-2015. Find out more>>