Question from a recent UX Bootcamp grad: I currently have a single case study in my portfolio. Upon reading somewhere that 2 case studies are required to be considered by recruiters, I stopped applying to jobs for about 2 months as I work on a second case study when I can.

Recruiters, Leads, PM’s etc., how do you feel about applicants with a single CS to show?

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Hard truth: Competition is super tough out there. There are so few entry UX roles.

Trying to find something with only 2 case studies seems very difficult. Not sure if you’re building on a visual design background or completely new.

Once I got to 3-4ish, interviews got much easier to land and I had content to talk about.

Real world projects are what you need. If it’s from boot camp it’s best if it was an actual client. Depending on depth, I’d try to get to 3 at minimum.

Make your experience. Do pro bono for a nonprofit, do a website for a family friends business etc.

Beyond that try to build connections to get your foot in the door anywhere that allows you to design something real. That first job is the hardest step. IMO.

Good luck, you can do it, but it will take time!

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