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We're looking for designers that are smart, tenacious, and hungry. Designers that have done well in our program have exhibited the following:
- You have a background in design and a portfolio to back up your skills.
- You're a doer—willing to roll up your sleeves, moving beyond uncertainties, to get things done.
- You're excited by the potential to positively impact the lives of people around the world through technology.
Our Design Fellows are provided the unique opportunity to grow in design knowledge and craft while working inside a rising tech startup.
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Personalized Learning
Through personalized feedback we'll help you elevate your design skills no matter your experience level. -
Startup Days
3 days a week are spent on-site at a partnered startup—designing, iterating, and shipping product. -
Studio Days
2 days a week are spent at Whitespace studios collaborating with instructors, mentors, and fellow designers. -
Talks & Workshops
Learn from industry insiders—collaborating, convincing, and communicating is as important as pushing pixels.
Past Talks & Workshops
Branding your Startup
UI Style Guides & Pattern Libraries
UX Fundamentals
Metrics Driven Design
Designing for All Sizes
Prototyping with Framer
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Field Trips
Company visits offer a glimpse into the working environments and best practices of leading tech startups in San Francisco. -
Meetups and Happy Hours
Connect with designers in our community over food, drinks, and insightful design debates.
Our Selection Process
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ApplyCreate a Whitespace profile and submit your application |
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Vetting ProcessSelect applicants will be invited to interview |
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Introductions to StartupsVetted applicants will be invited to interview |
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Match MadeDesigners are matched with companies |
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Whitespace Kicks offOur Winter 2018 session will run from early-September to November 2018 |