About this Event
Close the Gap at Student Career Day!
Student Career Day 2026 is a full day designed specifically for emerging interior designers. This exciting event brings students together with working professionals, industry leaders, design resources, and the vibrant Seattle design community.
Whether your passion lies in residential design, commercial spaces, hospitality, or you’re still exploring your path, this is your chance to step beyond the classroom and experience the industry firsthand.
Students are encouraged to reach out to their organization to recieve a discount code
Highlights include:
- Free Professional Headshots sponsored by Portrait Magazine to update your LinkedIn and portfolio to the first 50 attendees.
- Get to know local interior design organizations from ASID, IDS, IIDA, NKBA, and NWSID
- Lunch provided by Sherwin-Williams.
- Coffee Cart to keep you energized all day.
- Inspiring Keynote Speaker Elizabeth Lord Levitt, sharing insights on building a design career.
- Commercial vs. Residential Design Panels featuring real-world experiences.
- Seattle Design Center Showroom Tours to explore top products and brands.
- Networking Opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
- Raffle prizes to close out the day!
Come curious, come ready to connect, and discover where a career in design can take you.
RSVP Today and join us for this inspiring day dedicated to developing the next generation of design talent!
Event venue & nearby stays
Seattle Design Center, 5701 6th Avenue South, Seattle, United States
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