Tandem Diabetes Care
Building the foundation powering the future of diabetes care.
Timeline
3 months (Summer 2025)
Role
UX Design Intern
Scope
Rapid Prototyping
Design Systems
Cross-functional Collaboration
Managed by:
Jason F.
Kelly K.
Matt L.
Featured Works
During my time at Tandem, I delivered impact through 3 core initiatives.
Design System
Created scalable components following the atomic design principles
Rapid Prototyping
Built high-fidelity interactive prototypes for human factors testing
Hybrid Experience Concept
Built & pitched a future-facing hybrid design concepts
This Project is Under NDA
Unfortunately, I can't get into any more detail about the work I did at Tandem, as it is under NDA. If you would like to learn more, feel free to reach out to me at kimlam@usc.edu!
Reflection & Takeaways
🗣️ Share Early, Share Often
"I realized that sharing your designs only worked in your favor."
Presenting unfinished work to 24+ senior designers was daunting. Yet, Tandem's culture of transparency taught me that vulnerability leads to growth. By sharing early prototypes in UX sync meetings, I gained invaluable feedback that sharpened my craft, deepened my design thinking, and built my confidence in articulating design decisions.
⚒️ Master the Craft
"Designing for an FDA-regulated environment demanded pixel-perfect precision."
In health-tech, "good enough" isn't an option. As a self-taught designer, I proactively sought mentorship to meet this high bar. I learned that rigorous attention to detail is a form of respect—for users, for engineers, and for the seriousness of the problem we were solving.
❤️ Empathy in Action
"The goal was to give them this feeling of control to be out of the app more."
Health-tech is a powerful reminder of why we design. At Tandem, empathy wasn't a buzzword; it was practiced daily—from using inclusive language to fiercely advocating for users in meetings. I learned to design not for engagement, but for empowerment and trust, helping people with diabetes focus more on living their lives and less on managing their condition.
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Don't Just Take My Word For It
While the confidential nature of my work at Tandem prevents me from showcasing specific project details publicly, I am incredibly grateful to have been managed by a brilliant and supportive leadership team who can speak directly to my contributions, work ethic, and growth.
To respect their privacy and ensure we use their time effectively, I will gladly provide the appropriate contact information upon request.
Email kimlam@usc.edu ↗