UX Designer - Summer Internship

Full job description

***Please be sure to carefully review the application process outlined below

Who We Are:

Prepr is a not-for-profit, social enterprise dedicated to lifelong learning by providing people with the skills and support they need to reach their full potential. Through its unique learn-by-doing approach, Prepr develops and delivers pre-built labs, as well as customized programs, that empower learners at every level.

For over a decade, Prepr has partnered with businesses, NGOs, governments, and other stakeholders to create meaningful impacts for recent graduates, job seekers and employees alike. It also offers tailored programming helping organizations foster a culture of innovation through training and development.

With 92% of its participants coming from equity-deserving groups, Prepr is designed to ensure education is accessible to everyone, no matter their background. It believes everyone deserves a chance to start a new career or enhance an existing one with skills training and work-experience.

Why join the Prepr family?

• Be part of a fast paced, AGILE product team
• Be part of a high performing team of critical thinkers that thrive on problem-solving
• Participate in shaping the future of work, and being rewarded with meaningful equity
• Access leadership and growth opportunities as the company rapidly scales

About the internship:

During this internship, you will define user experiences, including user stories, personas and process flows and interactions. You will plan, execute and present wireframes and mockups to the team which will enhance Prepr’s ability to deliver free skills-based education to youth and other community members.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for our product and mission
• Go-getters who thrive in fast paced environments
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Currently a student of/already have a bachelor’s degree in design, computer science, technology or another relevant field
• Ability to work in a technology heavy environment and learn new tools and platforms quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Points If You:

• Have 1-2 years of experience in a relevant field
• Are familiar or have experience with the AGILE methodology
• Have experience working with Adobe Creative Suite, Balsamiq, & Invision
• Have worked in a scaling start-up or growing small-business environment

What We Offer:

• $17.00 per hour
• 35 hours per week, 9am-5pm
• Monday to Friday
• Remote, work from home

Application Process:

• Register your account on PreprLabs
• Complete your profile and upload your resume
• Complete the assessment challenge by submitting your project
• Make sure to include "Internship Application" in your project name
• The Prepr team will review your application and follow up with you to initiate next steps

***We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We strive to create a culture that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.***

Job Type: Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Expected start date: 2024-06-03

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