HCDE students graduate with the skills and experience to launch careers in a wide range of industries.
Common job titles include User Experience (UX) Designer, User Researcher, Experience Designer, Systems Analyst, and Design Researcher. Explore where HCDE students and alumni are working.
HCDE opportunities
Internships
Explore how to find, register for, and earn credit for internships as an HCDE student—including important steps and requirements for international students.
Events and networking resources
Take advantage of campus events, curated job resources, and peer communities to build your professional network.
HCDE’s UX/UI/UR resources list »
A crowdsourced list of job boards, networking groups, and career advice articles. (UW NetID required)
College of Engineering career events »
Engineering-wide career fairs and employer networking opportunities.
Explore UW Student Organizations (RSOs) »
Join RSOs to meet peers and grow your network across campus.
Follow HCDE on LinkedIn »
Build your profile on LinkedIn and connect with alumni.
Policies and expectations
Before engaging with employers, we ask students to review our community standards for professionalism and respect.
HCDE recruiting policy for students
Guidelines for participating in interviews and recruiting events, and expectations for communicating with employers during the hiring process.
UW career tools
Career Center @ Engineering (CC@E)
The CC@E offers personalized support including:
- Resume and cover letter feedback
- Mock interviews and job search help
- Workshops and events with employers
Handshake
Search hundreds of jobs and internships on Handshake. Filter by location, job type, or employer. Upload your materials and apply directly.
Career launch readiness assessment
This free tool helps you understand your preparedness for the job market across key areas like networking, communication, and interview skills.