How can you make the most of your UX internship or entry-level role, build strong portfolio case studies, and stand out as a junior applicant? Hear from four early-career UX Designers, Researchers, and Strategists who have landed roles in diverse industries throughout Philly, like Comcast, URBN, and Thomas Jefferson University, as they share tips on breaking into the field and navigating early career challenges.

Team up to sprint & solve a real challenge posed by PhillyCHI & a local nonprofit! Collaborate, innovate, and make an impact.

This event will be a part of Philly Tech Week (PTW) 2025!

Ready to level up your UX/UI career? Join us for a panel discussion with four industry leaders—Joe Pascavage, Maria Mutia, Andrea Sumrall, and Julie Froelich—as they share insights on breaking into the field, crafting a standout portfolio, navigating job searches, mastering the UX space, and more.

Bring all of your questions and curiosity—this is your chance to get advice and insights from professionals who have been there! Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned designer, you won’t want to miss this. ‼️LIMITED SPOTS FOR EARLY BIRD TICKETS!

PhillyCHI will be at the Human Factors & Ergonomics Society (HFES) Northeast Regional Meeting this Friday, April 11th! Connect with HCI + UX professionals from orgs like Peloton, Penn Medicine, and more.
 Join our very own Community Coordinator Jamie Sawczyszyn and Mentorship Coordinator Hannah Nguyen on a panel diving into Imposter Syndrome and finding your path into UX.

This year's Design Slam will be on May 7th at 6:00-8:30pm at Indy Hall as a part of this year's Philly Tech Week! Our 18th Annual Design Slam is a 2.5 hour event where you will be randomly assigned to a group of other fellow UX professionals, students and enthusiasts. During this time you'll work together to solve a problem our nonprofit partner is facing. You'll present with your group to a panel of judges and even get a chance to win some prizes along with a digital certificate for winning first place!

Registration is free and includes food and drink, however keep in mind that space is limited.