Get involved and stay connected
The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering has opportunities for external partners and alumni to support and collaborate with the department. Whether it’s giving a guest lecture, sponsoring a capstone project, or participating in a professional development event, your industry perspective enriches department life and adds value to the HCDE student experience.
Alumni & Industry Events
Sponsor student projects
HCDE accepts proposals for Capstone projects in summer and early fall, and proposals for Usability Studies projects in fall. Capstone projects are student-run, large-scale projects that synthesize materials learned throughout their degree program. Smaller in scale than Capstone projects, Usability Studies projects can last anywhere from 3-9 weeks. Explore project sponsorship »
Serve as a mentor
Help guide a small group of current students by becoming a mentor. Your advice and guidance can make a huge difference in their professional journey. Pods meet once per month from January through May, and discussions include career-related topics such as portfolios, interviewing, how to network, etc. Sign up to be a mentor »
Portfolio reviews
Offer feedback and industry perspective by conducting virtual portfolio reviews with HCDE students over Zoom. Reviewers meet one-on-one or in small groups with students to provide constructive critique on their digital portfolios, resumes, and presentation skills. Sign up to review portfolios »
Host a Career Trek in the Seattle area
Welcome a group of 10–15 HCDE students to your workplace for a tour and Q&A session with you and your colleagues. Career Treks give students a behind-the-scenes look at different industries and roles, helping them learn how HCDE skills apply in professional settings. Interested in hosting a Career Trek? Contact Melissa Ewing at mewing3@uw.edu »
Share job opportunities and participate in info sessions
Interested in hiring HCDE students for jobs or internships? We can share your opportunities with students, or coordinate an info session. Learn more about our hiring policies, upcoming professional development events, and key timelines.
Alumni directory
Search our directory of undergraduate, master's, certificate, and PhD graduates, or add your information to be added to the directory.
Corporate and foundation relations
Interested in sponsoring research, partnering with faculty, or supporting students? The Corporate & Foundation Relations team in the College of Engineering builds relationships between companies, faculty, and programs.
Discuss your opportunities
We are always interested in finding new ways to work with our alumni and community partners. If you have an idea for a workshop or engagement opportunity, we want to work with you to make it happen. Email HCDE's Outreach Manager mewing3@uw.edu to discuss the best opportunity for your idea.