UC Davis Design alumni follow a variety of exciting paths upon
graduation. Some go directly into further graduate study. Others
obtain design positions in different fields including visual
communications (digital, environmental and print), interiors,
fashion, textiles, exhibition, and product (lighting and
furniture) and sustainable design. In recent years our alumni
have been employed as designers by companies including:
Apple
Disney
Lululemon Athletica
Pottery Barn
Gap, Inc.
Vanity Fair
Whole Foods
In addition, alumni have become entrepreneurs through freelance
and commissioned work in many related design areas. Check out our
Alumni pages to see what Design grads are doing
now.
This career resource guide provides an opportunity to explore key
areas of the major, and the related occupations, careers and
internships. The guide also provides resources for exploring
occupations.
Design students are strongly encouraged to supplement their
Design coursework with internships in design firms, museums, and
design-related businesses. Visit our Student Internships and Jobs
board to see current postings for Design majors at the Career
Center. Students who have junior or senior standing may be
eligible to receive DES 192 internship units.
Faculty get lots of requests for letters of recommendation, and
they are very time-consuming for them, so follow these
guidelines, be prepared, and be proactive:
UC Davis provides opportunities for employers to recruit summer
interns and recent graduates, through job postings and
on-campus recruiting. Employers may participate in campus career
fairs or set up campus visits to recruit students at other times.
Please see the UC Davis Internship and Career Center Employers link for
complete details.
The Career Center’s Liberal Arts student advisers are available
to help you with general questions about resumes, cover letters,
interview techniques, etc. There are drop-in
hours on the 2nd Floor of South Hall.
