Design Careers Guide
Design is big business. From graphic designers to UX/UI designers and even interior designers, the design industry is worth billions and has over 4 million jobs.
The great thing about design? There’s a path that’ll fit your interests, whether that’s technology, graphics or creating amazing spaces. Plus, you’ll be able to work from anywhere in the world.
Consider this your full guide to design careers, including everything you need to know about how you can snap up a role in the industry.
How do I get a job in design?
The design industry is super competitive but not impossible to get into! Whether you’re looking for a job as a graphic designer or in the creative industry, you have options. The best way to get your foot in the door is with some work experience.
Click below to find out more about the various types of work experience you can do:
Creative Internships
Looking to bolster your creative CV with some work experience? A creative internship is the way to go. Read on to find out how to find one and apply.
Graphic Design Internships
Read on to discover how to kick-start your career with a graphic design internship at some of the UK’s best companies.
Who are the best creative employers?
One of the best aspects of design is that there are so many employers offering gold-standard work experience opportunities.
According to our student-written reviews, these are some of the best student employers to work for in the creative industries:
Find Design Jobs
Ready to find out where your career can take you? Whether you're about to leave school, or at university, find your perfect design role now.
Register Your Interest - Engineering Graduate Scheme
at Savills
- Graduate Scheme
- £30,000 & £1,500 sign on bonus
- London
Digital Product Manager Higher Apprenticeship - Product Madness
at QA Limited
- Higher Level Apprenticeship
- £32,800 per annum
- London
Register Your Interest - Digital Transformation Internship - Edinburgh
- Internship (1 Month+)
- Edinburgh
Register Your Interest - Digital Transformation Internship - Manchester
- Internship (1 Month+)
- Manchester
