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JobSprint

Bridging the Gap Between Students and Employment

01. Project Objective

Many students face significant barriers when transitioning into the job market. Our goal was to create a digital solution that helps students develop essential job skills, access relevant career resources, and build their professional networks.

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02. Research

Key Problems Identified
Research Methodology

  • Many students struggle with creating resumes, networking, preparing for interviews, and negotiating job offers.

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  • Lack of awareness about real-world job expectations leads to hesitation and missed opportunities.

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  • Students often lack knowledge of community support programs and have difficulty finding relevant job opportunities.

  • Quantitative Research: Online survey with students from various academic levels.

Key Findings
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80%

80% of students attempted to find a job in their field.

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76%

76% felt unprepared for the job market.

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48%

To 48% networking was the most in-demand feature.

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03. Ideation

To generate potential solutions, we conducted a rapid ideation session based on our research insights. This allowed us to explore multiple approaches quickly and creatively. To prioritize the most effective solutions, we used an Impact-Effort Matrix, which helped us identify high-impact solutions that were feasible within our constraints.

Prioritized Solutions

Job Preparation Support

Networking & Mentorship

Internship & Volunteer Opportunities

Interactive learning

04. Solution

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We created JobSprint, a mobile app designed to help students bridge the gap between academics and employment by providing interactive learning, career-building resources, and networking opportunities

Key features

  • Interactive videos, quizzes, and articles for skill development.

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  • Curated job postings for internships and entry-level roles.

  • Networking event listings to encourage student-industry connections

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  • Career tracking dashboard to help students monitor their progress

05. Principles

Design Principles
  • Consistency - Maintaining uniform UI patterns for a seamless user experience.
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  • Accessibility - Ensuring compliance with WCAG guidelines for inclusivity.
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  • Scalability - Designing a flexible system that can expand with new features.
Visual Representation
  • Icons and Color Codes to make navigation intuitive.
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  • Simple and Clean Layout to enhance usability.
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  • Clear Hierarchy to guide users efficiently.

06. Prototyping & Iteration

Version 1 - Initial Prototype
  • The header color blended into the background, making navigation unclear.​
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  • The skills carousel was difficult to use due to low visibility.​
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Version 2 - Improved Prototype
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  • Changed the header color to the company’s signature orange for better contrast.
  • Enhanced visibility of the skills section, making the interactive scrolling more intuitive.

06. Outcome

Next Steps
Expand partnerships with industry professionals to create enhanced mentorship opportunities, while improving progress tracking functionality to offer more personalized feedback. Additionally, compare job placement rates before and after using the app in order to measure its long-term impact on users' career outcomes.
Reflections
This project reinforced the importance of iterative design and continuous user feedback. By adapting our approach based on real student needs, we were able to create a more effective and engaging experience. Future iterations should explore AI-driven career recommendations and deeper integration with professional networks.

© 2025 Thalles Assuncao

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