CHARLES SAMAKE
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Architecture graduate student with a strong foundation in design development, digital modeling, and architectural representation. Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on human-centered design projects, seeking an internship to contribute to innovative design solutions while enhancing technical and creative skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Fellow Intern
Gensler
San Antonio, Texas
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative architectural solutions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on design projects and firmwide research to enhance human-centered design, future workplaces, global communities, health and wellness, and positive community impact.
- Conducted research on design trends to inform project development and strategy.
Administrative Contract Assignments
Leading Edge Personnel
San Antonio
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Coordinated operations across healthcare, nonprofit, and finance sectors to enhance service delivery.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Talent Management Specialist
Becton Dickinson (BD)
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Designed talent management strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention.
- Coordinated talent initiatives across North America to enhance employee engagement.
- Facilitated training programs to develop leadership skills among team members.
- Collaborated with HR to align talent acquisition with organizational goals.
- Managed multiple projects to streamline workflow systems and enhance team collaboration.
ASC CIC Analyst
Becton Dickinson (BD)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted data analysis to inform business decisions and strategy formulation.
- Analyzed market trends to support product development initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows.
- Executed HR transactions in Workday, supporting efficient employee management.
- Assisted customers in English and French, fostering effective communication and enhancing customer experience.
Education
M.Arch - Architecture
UT San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2027
B.Arch - Architecture
UT San Antonio
San Antonio, TX01-2021
Associate of Architecture -
San Antonio College
01-2016
Skills
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- Rhino
- Enscape
- Graphic Design
- Visual Communication
- Design research
- HR Analytics
- Microsoft Office
- English (Fluent)
- French (Fluent)
Personal Information
Title: RESUME
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent), French (Fluent)
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
- ACHA Rebecca Lewis Student Design Competition (2025–2026)
- Graduate Student Designer
- Contributed to healthcare-focused proposal integrating primary care and youth mental health programming
- Developed research, Revit models, diagrams, and rendered presentations
- Archstorming Architecture Competition (Undergraduate)
- Student Designer
- Designed conceptual Dental Clinic in Rwanda
- Conducted site and climate analysis
- Produced plans and visual renderings
- Study Abroad – Urbino, Italy
- Studied Renaissance urbanism and contextual architecture
- Completed on-site sketching and spatial documentation
Timeline
Summer Fellow Intern
Gensler
06.2026 - 08.2026
Administrative Contract Assignments
Leading Edge Personnel
08.2022 - 02.2025
Talent Management Specialist
Becton Dickinson (BD)
01.2019 - 01.2021
ASC CIC Analyst
Becton Dickinson (BD)
01.2017 - 01.2019
M.Arch - Architecture
UT San Antonio
B.Arch - Architecture
UT San Antonio
Associate of Architecture -
San Antonio College