Job Overview
We're seeking a passionate and creative UI/UX Design Intern to join our dynamic team for a hands-on learning experience that will accelerate your design career.
About This Opportunity:
This is an unpaid internship designed for emerging designers who are eager to gain real-world experience building intuitive user interfaces and exceptional user experiences. While this position is unpaid, we're committed to providing an enriching experience that offers invaluable professional development, mentorship, and the opportunity to work on meaningful design projects that will set you apart in your career journey.
What You'll Gain:
• Portfolio Development: Work on real projects that you can showcase to future employers
• 1-on-1 Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced designers who are invested in your growth
• Industry Experience: Gain practical skills in professional UI/UX design
• Design System Experience: Contribute to scalable design systems and component libraries
• User Research Exposure: Participate in user research and usability testing sessions
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across design and engineering teams
• Flexible Schedule: We work around your academic commitments (10-20 hours/week)
• Letter of Recommendation: Upon successful completion of the internship
• Potential for Future Opportunities: Outstanding interns are considered first for paid positions
What You'll Do:
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile applications
• Design user interfaces that are both beautiful and highly functional
• Conduct user research and participate in usability testing sessions
• Contribute to our design system and component library development
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to bring designs to life
• Create user flows and information architecture for complex applications
• Present your design work and receive constructive feedback from senior designers
• Learn industry-standard design tools and best practices
• Participate in design critiques and team brainstorming sessions
Key Responsibilities
- We're Looking For:
- • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Design, HCI, Graphic Design, or related field
- • Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD)
- • Strong portfolio showcasing UI/UX design work (student projects welcome!)
- • Understanding of design principles (typography, color theory, layout, hierarchy)
- • Basic knowledge of user-centered design processes
Requirements
Required Skills
Experience & Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary
Unpaid Internship
Total Compensation
Includes equity and bonuses
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Unlimited PTO policy
Perks
- • $2,000 learning & development budget
- • Remote work stipend
- • Top-tier equipment provided