Work With Us | Architect of the Capitol

The Architect of the Capitol is a Legislative Branch agency responsible to the U.S. Congress for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of the United States Capitol complex.

Doing Business with AOC

We have a wide range of procurement opportunities and contracting methods. Please keep in mind that special restrictions apply to make deliveries to the U.S. Capitol.

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Careers

Find out information about working at AOC, the application process and our open positions.

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Small Business Opportunities

The AOC has created a small business subcontracting program and a small business set-aside program for small purchases $100,000 or less.

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Open Positions

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All Architect of the Capitol (AOC) vacancy announcements are advertised through the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's website at USAJOBS.gov.

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Noteworthy Updates

A member of the Capitol Grounds and Arboretum team at work in the park above the House office buildings garage.

Behind the Scenes

New Pesticide Recertification Program

Recertifications during the COVID-19 pandemic required a new approach.

View of the U.S. Capitol during Sunrise in January 2019.

Behind the Scenes

U.S. Capitol Clean-up

The events of January 6 left most of the nation at a standstill, but Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employees immediately went to work, restoring the building and grounds to their proper condition so that Congress could safely reconvene and inaugural preparations could get back on track.

View of the north congressional stand under construction for the 2021 inauguration.

Behind the Scenes

By the Numbers: Presidential Inauguration 2021

Much goes into the presidential inauguration at the U.S. Capitol. Here are a few numbers that help set the stage for this special day.

Sequester Team Leader Ladislaus “Dave” Jagoda in front of the cogeneration system at the Capitol Power Plant

Behind the Scenes

Capitol Power Plant Employees Power Through the Pandemic

Showing Incredible Dedication in Uncertain Circumstances

Architect of the Capitol Human Capital Management Division staff on the West Front.

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We list job opportunities on LinkedIn and highlight five featured openings each week. All applications must be submitted through USAJOBS.gov.