CareerCatalyst: Empowering Job Seekers for Success
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2023-12
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Doshi, Pooja
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Gilbert, Stephen
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Zarecord, Kimberly
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"Empowering Job Seekers Through an Integrated Platform"
As a graduate student in Human-Computer Interaction, I developed a capstone project to tackle the complex challenges diverse job seekers face across all career journey stages. I uncovered major pain points in the job-hunting process through extensive first-hand research, including interviews and focus groups. These included overwhelming job platforms, ineffective networking, lack of guidance, and minimal transparency once applications are submitted.
In response, I conceptualized and designed CareerCatalyst – an integrated platform that consolidates essential career development features ranging from tailored job matching to application tracking and networking assistance. My goal was to create an intuitive, user-centric system that streamlines tasks and gives job seekers the tools and motivation to showcase their talents.
The project involved constructing interactive prototypes and conducting usability testing to refine the product experience. This capstone endeavor provided invaluable insight into building solutions centered around user needs. I learned the importance of qualitative feedback in shaping designs and the significance of accessibility for diverse seekers.
Overall, CareerCatalyst represents my perspective on how technology can empower job hunters across backgrounds through consolidated features, transparent progress tracking, and consistent guidance.
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