UX/UI Design Intern - Digital Experience Team (Summer 2026)

PA Consulting

UX/UI Design Intern - Digital Experience Team (Summer 2026)

Boston, MA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Salary: $27-$35
    Duration: 3 months

    Responsibilities

    • Design & Research: Conduct user research, develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs that align with user needs and business goals.
    • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX researchers, industrial designers, engineers, and strategists, to define and execute design solutions.
    • Prototyping & Testing: Create interactive prototypes to test usability and iterate based on user feedback.
    • User-Centered Thinking: Advocate for the user at every stage of the design process, ensuring digital experiences are intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling.
    • Visual & Interaction Design: Develop clean, modern, and scalable design systems while maintaining consistency across different platforms and touchpoints.
    • Presentation & Communication: Articulate design decisions, present work to stakeholders, and incorporate feedback to refine solutions.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Obtaining a Degree in UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design
    • Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for designing user-first digital experiences.
    • A standout portfolio showcasing UI design, UX research, interaction design, and high-fidelity prototypes.
    • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
    • Experience with user research methods (e.g., interviews, usability testing, heuristic evaluations) and translating insights into actionable design solutions.
    • Ability to create and work with design systems and component libraries.

    Bonus Skills (Nice to Have, but Not Required)

    • Interest in Generative AI applications (ChatGPT, Midjourney, Vizcom, etc.).
    • Basic understanding of front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
    • Familiarity with motion design tools (After Effects, Principle, Lottie).

    What We Look For

    We seek designers who not only meet the qualifications but also bring a unique perspective, critical thinking skills, and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, stays ahead of emerging design trends, and understands how to translate complex ideas into elegant, user-friendly digital experiences.

    While not every qualification is required, a willingness to explore, experiment, and push boundaries in digital design is highly valued. If you’re passionate about creating exceptional digital experiences and want to be part of a diverse and innovative team, we’d love to hear from you!

    Candidates are required to provide either a pdf or linked portfolio to their application/resume. Applications without any form of portfolio will be disregarded.

    Additional Information

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