Figma for Edu Presents: Summer Craft & Connect Series
Join Figma for Education and Intern Ship for an unforgettable night of craft, creativity, and connection — designed especially for student designers, interns, and early-career creatives who care deeply about the art of making (and making new friends).
At Figma, we’re obsessed with design craft—the intentional, thoughtful act of making—and building community spaces that celebrate that spirit. This night brings together our student community to honor what makes craft so special: the details, the storytelling, the systems, and those weird little workflows we secretly love.
But this night is also about you.
Whether you’re an intern designing your first prototype or a creative soul hunting for your people, this is your chance to:
💡 Get inspired by lightning talks from real Figma designers
🧪 Play and tinker at hands-on interactive stations
🧀 Mingle over food in a low-pressure environment that makes it easy to talk to strangers
🎉 Celebrate the quirky, joyful, human side of design
🌆 Soak in the views at Figma’s stunning NYC office — seriously, the space alone is worth showing up for. Artfully designed, cozy yet cutting-edge, with epic views of the city skyline. You’ll want to snap a pic (or five).
Agenda
6:30–7:00 PM – Welcome, mocktails, and snacks. Ease in, grab a drink, and say hi—no awkward intros required
7:00–8:00 PM – Design Talks: Hear from Figma employees and special guests as they unpack their creative process, philosophy, and how they make design just a little weirder (in the best way possible).
8:00–9:00 PM – Dinner break. Recharge, refuel, and maybe spark an unexpected conversation over something tasty.
9:00–10:00 PM – Mingle + network. No pressure. Just meaningful conversations with fellow makers and dreamers.
This isn’t just a night to talk about craft. It’s a space to build community, swap ideas, and connect with others who are shaping their creative path with heart and curiosity.
So come for the design. Stay for the people. Let’s make something weird—and wonderful—together. 🛠️🪩
What’s Intern Ship?
We believe real opportunities come from real connection. We’re on a mission to make networking feel less cringe and more… human. Our events are built for bright young minds who want to grow, laugh, build cool things, and find their crew.
Join the Intern Ship newsletter for IRL events drop, work life balance tips for students and early career, and exploration recommendations: https://internship.beehiiv.com/
What’s Figma for Edu?
Figma for Education is the team at Figma that empowers educators & students to make the most out of Figma’s tools. Through the Figma for Education program, qualifying educators and students can access Figma’s tools for free. The Edu team also ensures that our education audience has the skills, inspiration, and community they need to create at their best.
Be Respectful!
Please be considerate, respectful, and inclusive toward others. Unpleasant behavior will not be tolerated.
This is NOT a dating event. Please respect the purpose and atmosphere of our gatherings.
Photography and Filming
Please be aware that this event will be photographed and filmed. Figma reserves the right to use these images and videos for marketing and communications purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your likeness for these purposes.
Your Safety
All Figma events are inclusive and welcoming of all genders, sexualities, races, and abilities. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. This event is governed by the Figma Code of Conduct.