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Hireminder

We designed an AI-powered platform to make job hunting structured, informed, and confidence-driven.

Problem Space

First-time job seekers often feel overwhelmed and out of control during their job search. Scattered postings, unclear statuses, and lack of structure make it difficult to stay proactive and confident.

Our Goal

Transform the job search into a more confident and proactive experience by reducing uncertainty and isolation.

Target Audience

Recent college graduates and early-career job seekers navigating multiple job platforms for the first time.

Research

Survey

Interview

Affinity Map

User Needs

Survey

Interview

Affinity Map

User Needs

Survey

Interview

Affinity Map

User Needs

We conducted a survey with 26 participants and 6 follow-up interviews to understand how new graduates organize and track their job applications.

And carried out affinity mapping to synthesize insights and identify opportunity areas.

Interview + Survey

65% tracked applications manually using spreadsheets or notes, leading to confusion and lost updates.
70% missed at least one follow-up or deadline due to poor organization.
58% reported waiting without feedback as their main source of anxiety.

Competitor Analysis

Affinity Map

Solution

Hireminder

We designed an AI-powered job search tool that centralizes applications, provides AI-driven resume feedback, and visualizes hiring progress. The system organizes tasks, integrates calendars, and delivers hiring insights to help users apply strategically and confidently.