COMPANY DESCRIPTION

As the world's leader in digital payments technology, Visa's mission is to connect the world through the most creative, reliable and secure payment network - enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. Our advanced global processing network, VisaNet, provides secure and reliable payments around the world, and is capable of handling more than 65,000 transaction messages a second. The company's dedication to innovation drives the rapid growth of connected commerce on any device, and fuels the dream of a cashless future for everyone, everywhere. As the world moves from analog to digital, Visa is applying our brand, products, people, network and scale to reshape the future of commerce.

At Visa, your individuality fits right in. Working here gives you an opportunity to impact the world, invest in your career growth, and be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are a global team of disruptors, trailblazers, innovators and risk-takers who are helping drive economic growth in even the most remote parts of the world, creatively moving the industry forward, and doing meaningful work that brings financial literacy and digital commerce to millions of unbanked and underserved consumers. YOU'RE an Individual. WE'RE the team for you. TOGETHER, let's transform the way the world pays.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Visa internship program occurs during the summer months only.

Visa is heavily investing in its Global Product Design Team to help support its growing digital product line. Visa Global Product Design is comprised of five specializations: Design, Research & Accessibility, Design Engineering, Design Operations and Content Creation & Design Strategy. Design is looking for an internto join our team.

We believe that great design has the ability to engage and inspire users, and we strive to rethink and redefine how users interact with Visa's applications and products. Our team members are innovative thinkers and strategic problem solvers who are as analytical as they are creative. We value hard work, accountability and collaboration, and we prize proven skills and team success over personal gain.

In this role, you will expand your knowledge of UX principles and collaborate with a team of experienced designers. The Design Intern will contribute to usable, accessible and engaging user experiences for Visa's mobile and digital products. Candidates will need to be located in Austin, TX.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design usable, accessible, and engaging mobile experiences with support from supervisor and other designers
• Work alongside Design Research to ensure you are designing as an advocate for our users
• Document your designs and consult with engineers to ensure they are built and function as intended
• Contribute to design decisions based on a thorough understanding of contemporary user-centered design principles
• Gain experience in capturing requirements, designing flows, wireframes, testable prototypes and fully fleshed out designs
• Improve problem-solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills

QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD, or PhD) in Human Factors, Design, Psychology, Sociology or related field graduating Dec 2022 or later
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (or equivalent scale)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Some experience designing high-fidelity mockups and prototypes using Figma, Sketch or other industry tools
• Understanding of basic interaction design principles
• Familiarity with Accessibility (508/WCAG) a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including thorough and methodical attention to detail
• Fully fluent in English and able to understand and be easily understood in English
• Ability to communicate concepts and recommendations confidently to a variety of audiences
• Ability to self-manage time and work independently or as part of a team
• An online portfolio that demonstrates strong product and ecosystem thinking

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Visa has adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and visitors. As a condition of employment, all employees based in the U.S. are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved or as otherwise required by law.

WORK HOURS: Varies upon the needs of the department

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

At Visa we are Powering Payments, and Uplifting People!

As the world leader in digital payments, we facilitate more than 215 billion payments transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience #LifeAtVisa

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