UX Design Internship

We are seeking a motivated UX Design Intern with creative potential to join our dynamic team for a 4-month period. The ideal candidate will have an eye for visual design, familiarity with Figma, and an understanding of basic design principles. This role will focus on supporting our design projects by helping create user-centered digital experiences under the guidance of our experienced designers.



Type: Unpaid Internship
Location: Remote
Team: Opportune Design

about the role

Responsibilities

  • Help create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for digital applications with guidance from our design team
  • Learn to apply design principles to develop intuitive user interfaces
  • Assist in designing visual elements including typography, color schemes, and components
  • Contribute to user flow diagrams and information architecture under mentorship
  • Join design critiques to receive and incorporate constructive feedback
  • Collaborate with UX researchers to understand how user insights inform design decisions
  • Practice organizing design files and documentation according to team standards
  • Learn about design systems and component libraries through hands-on participation
  • Help create visual assets for various digital platforms

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in UX/UI Design, Graphic Design, or related field
  • Familiarity with Figma and eagerness to develop proficiency
  • Basic understanding of color theory, typography, and common design patterns
  • Online or PDF portfolio showcasing your design work is required for consideration
  • Interest in responsive design for digital platforms
  • Good visual communication skills with room to grow
  • Attention to detail and willingness to develop organizational skills
  • Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback
  • Curiosity about prototyping and user testing

What You'll Learn

  • Hands-on experience with design processes in a supportive professional setting
  • How to approach design challenges with critical thinking
  • Techniques for creating cohesive visual systems that work across platforms
  • The fundamentals of design systems and component-based design
  • Introduction to accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
  • Collaborative workflows and basic version control practices
  • How to present your design decisions with confidence
  • Real-world application of UX/UI principles with actual projects

Our Values

  • Foster Collaboration: Bringing your vision to life with your best interest in mind and you at the table.
  • Champion Transparency: Challenging the industry standard of hiding in complexity by bringing clarity to the process through education and accessible resources.
  • Design with Integrity: Doing exceptional work that shows quality, and an experience that we care about just as much as we care about you.
  • Embrace Accountability: We're in it for the long haul. We performed this work, we won't leave you hanging

Opportune Design, an Opportune Interactive Company, is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups in the design and tech industries.

Note: While this is an unpaid internship, we are committed to providing a valuable learning experience with meaningful mentorship, professional development opportunities, and potential for future employment.

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