Break into AI & UX Design by shipping real company projects.
Work with real teams. Ship a live product. Graduate interview-ready.
Apprenticeship Program
DX02 is mentor-led sprint where you’ll co-build a live product with an industry partner and turn it into a hiring-ready case study.
🔸 Weekly lessons + live workshops
🔸 1-on-1 mentorship
🔸 Real client project experience
Backed & supported by designers who now work at
Does this sound like you?
No prior experience
You’re drowning in tutorials and blog posts but still don’t know how to run a project end-to-end.
Struggling with portfolioÂ
You need client work to build a portfolio—but need a portfolio to land clients. Classic catch-22.
Bootcamp Grad, Still Lost
The course ended, but real-world projects didn’t come with a syllabus. You need mentorship, not more modules.
Career Switcher
Your past experience is valuable, but hiring managers want proof you can deliver in UX—fast.
So, are you ready to....
Land your first UX role
Turn your live client project into a case study that recruiters flag as “must-interview.”
Stand out from the crowd
Real product impact + AI-driven UX chops put you ahead of 95 % of junior applicants.
Master the fundamentals
Learn core UX skills while shipping a real project.
Work alongside a mentor on real projects with real companies.
Learn UX by working on real design challenges for actual companies with hands-on mentorship, weekly feedback, and portfolio-ready results.
Here is what you will get
Real challenges
Work on a real product with a real business. No fake case studies, you’ll leave with a portfolio piece recruiters actually care about.
Weekly 1:1 Mentorship
Get personalized design feedback from industry mentors every week — no generic rubrics, just real advice on your real work.
Practical Weekly Learning
Every week, unlock short, practical lessons you can apply immediately.
Private community
Join a global community of designers and stay inspired through live classes.
Certification
Graduate with a DesignXP Certificate in UX/UI, backed by real-world project work and mentor sign-off — a credential you can confidently add to your portfolio.
... so far, I have been extremely satisfied with the program and its structure. It blends a mix of useful resources that every aspiring designer needs including design foundations, mentorship, and the opportunity to work on real projects. I really liked the education part of the program as it combines live interactive lessons with deliverables you then complete that mimic real-world scenarios that designers tackle in their day-to-day work.
How might we improve trust in AI feedback for designers inside Figma?
During this apprenticeship, DesignXP participants will evaluate the onboarding and usage flow of Spec AI inside Figma. Apprentices will conduct usability audits, identify drop-off points, and design improved onboarding screens, empty states, and AI insight cards.
How might we help UX teams turn messy research notes into clear, shareable insights using AI?
During this apprenticeship, DesignXP participants will support an ongoing ADUX Labs community project focused on building an AI-powered tool for synthesizing qualitative data. Apprentices will refine workflows, improve the user experience, and help gather real-world feedback through a live diary study
How might we design a seamless, scalable design system for early-stage startups?
In this apprenticeship, DesignXP participants will collaborate with Monstrum—a design agency that turns complex ideas into intuitive experiences. Apprentices will help audit existing design systems, identify UX inconsistencies across web and product interfaces, and contribute to the creation of scalable UI components and design tokens. The goal: enable Monstrum’s startup clients to ship faster without sacrificing quality.
How might we personalize learning for higher ed and adult students?
During this apprenticeship, participants will support CoralTalk, a startup building personalized AI teaching assistants. Apprentices will work hands on with the tool exploring interesting usecases within the education industry and how AI can tackle common painpoints from students and professors
How might we help a logistics company better communicate trust and capability?
This apprenticeship invites DesignXP learners to collaborate with ABLS, a 3PL logistics provider based in Oman. You’ll work on modernizing their company website to better appeal to both local and international clients. The project may involve redesigning service pages, improving UX writing, and creating mobile-first layouts. You’ll also get a chance to practice stakeholder communication and deliver work that has immediate impact on a global business.
Your Learning Journey
A comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare you for your apprenticeships & beyond.
UX Foundations & AI Workflows
Learn the mindsets, tools,
and industry landscape
that modern designers
thrive in
Discovery & Research
Master how to frame
problems and gather
insights
Structure & Flow
Turn messy insights into
clear design directions
High Fidelity Design
Bring your ideas to life with
professional polish
Testing & Storytelling
Validate your work and
present it with impact
Learn live with industry experts.
Gabriel Reichelt
Melissa Anne Morgan
Ashitosh Hiremath
Annie Ma
Tejasvi Arora
Het Shah
Kartik Dhaduk
Monique Lourenco Lopes
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Gabriel Reichelt
Melissa Anne Morgan
Ashitosh Hiremath
Annie Ma
Tejasvi Arora
Het Shah
Kartik Dhaduk
Monique Lourenco Lopes
Kick off your journey with designXP.
Your journey with DesignXP
Step 1: Join a Curated Cohort
Congrats! If accepted, you’ll join a small group of ~25 designers for focused support and hands-on growth from day one.
Step 2: Build Your UX Foundation (Weeks 1–5)
Learn the essentials through async lessons and live workshops. You’ll complete real exercises in research, wireframing, and UI — all designed to prep you for client work.
Step 3: Work with a Real Company (Weeks 6–12)
We’ll match you with a vetted business partner and a mentor. You’ll solve a real UX challenge with weekly check-ins, deadlines, and real feedback.
Step 4: Craft a Standout Case Study
Turn your project into a portfolio-ready story. We’ll help you document your process, showcase your thinking, and prepare it for recruiters.
Step 5: Launch with Confidence
Graduate with a polished case study, a DesignXP certificate, and clarity on how to apply, interview, and stand out in today’s UX job market.
Step 6: Stay Supported After Graduation
Even after the program ends, you’re not on your own. Get continued access to our private community, live office hours, and career resources — from portfolio updates to interview prep.
Meet your mentors.
Aadil Khan
Aadil is a UX researcher and designer with almost a decade of experience holding roles at IBM, The Bank of Montreal, & XE.com. He also is an award winning design mentor and currently teaches UX Design at the Toronto Metropolitan University. At DesignXP, he helps learners gain real-world experience and build standout portfolios.
Muhammad Jaffar
Muhammad is a design leader and founder of Monstrum (formerly Joypad), a studio that has driven over $500K in annual revenue by transforming complex ideas into high-impact digital products. With 40+ client partnerships and 20+ MVPs launched, his work blends creative direction with business strategy. He’s also built pathways for emerging designers—offering real-world experience, mentorship, and portfolio-ready projects. At DesignXP, Muhammad brings that same vision to the next generation of design talent.
Here's what people say about our mentors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to commonly asked questions.
No prior experience is required! Our program is designed for beginners, career switchers, and early UX learners. We provide the foundational training and support you need to confidently take on real-world projects.
You should plan for 5–8 hours per week during the learning phase, and about 8–12 hours per week during the apprenticeship. Our program is flexible with asynchronous content, but there are deadlines to help you stay on track.
Everyone who enrolls in the full program will get access to an apprenticeship opportunity. If we’re unable to match you right away, you’ll be prioritized for the next cohort or project intake. In the meantime, you’ll still have access to live workshops, mentor feedback, and community support.
After completing your core lessons, you’ll submit an intake form sharing your skills, interests, and preferred project types. We then match you with a real business partner based on project availability and your profile. Our team reviews every match to ensure a good fit.
Absolutely! You’ll be working on real-world projects with actual business outcomes. Many graduates feature this work as a primary case study in their portfolios and resumes—and we encourage you to do the same.
Yes — if you withdraw within the first 7 days of the cohort start date, you’re eligible for a full refund. After this period, the program is non-refundable due to the commitment we make to securing projects and mentor support for each participant.
An apprenticeship at DesignXP is a mentored, project-based learning experience. You’ll work on real projects for actual businesses, with guidance and feedback from experienced designers — but the primary goal is skill development and building a portfolio. An internship is typically a formal job with an employer, where you contribute as a junior team member. Internships often focus more on output for the company, while our apprenticeship is designed to help you learn, improve, and showcase your growth.
Ready to finally get real UX design experience?
No degree required. No gatekeeping. Just bring your determination and design passion.
Upcoming start date: October 27, 2025
Limited to 25 spots per cohort.