Student Programs

NeoCon East Student Programs are designed to provide Interior Design and Architecture students with real-world experience, professional development and a leg up to a career in the industry. Register as a Student here (events listed below will be available August 18).

IIDA Career Bootcamp™ [SP1]

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Beyond the Degree: How to Build a Strong Foundation for Your Interior Design Career

You’ve earned your bachelor’s degree and want to hit the ground running when it comes to your interior design career. But building a career in the design industry takes more than a piece of paper, so what else do you need to make sure your first year out of school is a success? More importantly, what’s not necessary? Learn from a panel of professionals the advice they would give their younger selves—from what firms are looking for in entry-level designers and the trends that are driving industry hiring practices to how to score internships, build meaningful relationships with mentors, and wow potential employers with a resume and portfolio that will stand out from the crowd. The panel also will answer your questions about what experiences matter most when you’re starting out in the interior design industry. Career Bootcamp panel to be announced shortly.

Registration for this events will be available August 18.

ASID Student Roadmap [SP2]

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Exclusively for ASID student members, experience a curated tour of NeoCon East with professional designers who will help you navigate the trade show. Students will meet with tour leaders and be guided to pick up badges, navigate the show floor, and meet with exhibitors. Space is limited. 

Registration for this events will be available August 18.

ASID Career Exchange [SP3]

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Explore your next career step at the ASID Career Exchange. Students and recent graduates will connect with design professionals and industry representatives for one-on-one networking opportunities. Within 90 minutes, participants will engage in multiple ten minute conversations with reviewers to learn about the interior design profession, or to receive a resume or portfolio critique. 

Looking for an internship? Or even a job? Registration for this events will be available August 18.

Explore the Show Floor

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Gain first-hand access to innovative new products and services for the contract furnishings industry, as well as the opportunity to network with hundreds of resources that will push your career to new heights. More than 200 exhibitors will display hundreds of cutting edge products to view. Click here to register.

Seminar Discounts for Students!

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Take advantage of the opportunity to sit in on a selection of NeoCon East's continuing education programs offered to industry professionals and get some big ideas of your own. As a student, attend any one-hour CEU accredited program offered on Thursday, November 10, from some of the top experts in the industry, offered at a rate of $25.

Here’s how:

  • Visit Registration on the first floor of the convention center on Thursday, November 10. 
  • Check availability for each seminar and register on-site.
  • Seating is limited, arrive early!