We are seeking a talented and motivated UX Research and Design Intern to join our team. As a UX Research and Design Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on various projects and gain hands-on experience in user-centered design (UCD), usability testing, and prototyping. You will collaborate with our team to enhance Black Book’s customer experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct user research activities, including interviews, surveys, and usability tests, to gather insights and understand user needs, behaviors, and preferences.
- Collaborate with product management to propose design changes based on user feedback and emerging trends.
- Analyze and synthesize research findings to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for improving the user experience.
- Assist in creating user personas, journey maps, and other design artifacts to effectively communicate user insights and inform design decisions.
- Collaborate with the product team to brainstorm, ideate, and create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that address user needs and align with product goals.
- Conduct usability testing sessions to evaluate the usability and effectiveness of product designs and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Assist in the creation of design specifications, style guides, and design documentation to ensure consistency and quality across all product interfaces.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and marketers, to ensure alignment and seamless integration of user-centered design principles throughout the product development process.
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience Design, Interaction Design, or a related field.
- Strong interest and passion for UX research and design, with a solid understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
- Familiarity with research techniques such as user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively articulate design ideas and rationale.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience within a supportive and collaborative team environment. You will have the chance to work on real-world projects, contribute to the design process, and learn from experienced professionals in the field.
