On-the-job Training Report: UI/UX Design Internship

Abstract

This report highlights the hands-on experience I gained while undergoing an on-the-job training (OJT) at Universal Access and Systems Solutions Philippines Inc., from August 19 to December 4, 2024. This OJT is one of the undertakings for my completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies degree program. The OJT aimed to bridge academic knowledge with practical application in multimedia design and development. My key tasks included creating user-centered and responsive UI/UX designs, prototyping with Figma, and developing functional web pages using tools like WebFlow. As a trainee, I contributed to real-world website design and development projects by addressing usability challenges, ensuring accessibility compliance, and implementing modern design standards, resulting in significant personal and professional growth.

Throughout my OJT, I explored and applied certain multimedia technologies and emerging trends in website development. These included leveraging AI-powered tools to optimize workflows and adhering to global accessibility standards like Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). WCAG provides guidelines that will make web content accessible to a wider range of people, particularly to people with disabilities such as those with low vision, deafness, and cognitive limitations. It is a technical standard that is primarily intended for: "Web content developers", "web authoring tools", "web accessibility evaluation tool developers" and "others who want or need a standard for web accessibility, including for mobile accessibility". It follows four principles of accessibility: perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. (Henry, 2024; Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, 2008)

Collaboration played a critical role, as I worked closely with supervisors and developers to align designs with project goals. Independent contributions, such as innovative design solutions and usability enhancements, further demonstrated my ability to balance technical requirements with creative problem-solving.

The OJT experience enhanced my skills in multimedia tools, advanced coding techniques, responsive design, and ethical considerations, and improved teamwork, communication, and adaptability. By addressing challenges and delivering professional outputs, I not only met the objectives of the program but also established a foundation for a career in multimedia design and development.

This report concludes with reflections on my experiences as well as with recommendations to enhance future OJT programs.