Starting out in service design? Struggling to understand where you fit- or how to even begin applying for jobs?

This session is designed to give you clarity and confidence as you take your first steps into the UK service design job market. Whether you're a recent graduate, career switcher, or international applicant, we'll break down what service designers actually do, where the opportunities are, and how to position yourself for success.

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape, practical job search strategies, and support around post-study visas and international applications.

✅ What we'll cover:

The Service Design Landscape
Understand the types of service design roles across industries, sectors, and teams — from digital product design to public sector transformation.
Strategic Job Hunting
Learn how to find the right jobs for you, avoid common pitfalls, and tailor your approach based on your background and goals.
Positioning Yourself
We’ll talk about how to talk about your skills — even if you don’t come from a traditional design background.
Visas & International Applications
A practical look at post-study work options, Skilled Worker visas, and what international applicants should keep in mind.

👩‍🏫 About the host

Disha Mittal is a service designer and the founder of Service Design Careers, a platform dedicated to helping emerging designers break into the industry with clarity and confidence.

👥 Who it's for

Aspiring or early-career service designers
Career switchers from UX, research, or other design fields
International applicants or recent graduates studying in the UK
Anyone applying to service design roles and feeling a bit stuck

💬 Format

45-minute talk with real-world examples
15-minute Q&A

Starting Strong: Roles, Visas and Career Strategies