Digital Product Design Intern

Polaris•Novi, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Digital Product Design Intern at Polaris Inc., you will support the design and development of digital experiences across Polaris products, including in-vehicle displays, companion mobile applications, and web experiences. You will work closely with product designers, engineers, researchers, and product owners, and participate in user testing and rider research to help ensure products are intuitive, usable, and suited to real riders and environments. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in end-to-end digital product design, from early concepts and wireframes through testing, iteration, and engineering handoff. The role is based in a collaborative, fast-paced office or studio environment, with desk work and occasional participation in user or rider testing sessions. It may involve observing or participating in vehicle or field testing environments. Potential locations include Medina, Minnesota, and Novi, Michigan, and the candidate must be open and willing to relocate. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States for any employer; visa sponsorship is not provided. Applicants must successfully complete pre-employment background checks if applicable. Former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing. The stated pay range is $19.50 to $30.75 per hour, with Minnesota roles also eligible for overtime. Individual pay depends on factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a BS or BA in Digital Product Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Industrial Design, HCI, or a related field.
Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
Understanding of UX principles, usability, and interaction design.
Strong visual design sensibility and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches, wireframes, and prototypes.
Interest in user-centered design and research-driven decision making.
Comfort working in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
A portfolio is required as part of the application. It may include school projects, personal projects, or internship work and should demonstrate UX and UI thinking; examples of wireframes, user flows, interaction design, or prototypes; and the ability to explain design decisions and problem-solving. Case studies need not be polished or production-ready.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship will not be provided.
Must successfully complete pre-employment background checks, if applicable.
Must be open and willing to relocate.
Former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with user testing and feedback.
Interest in powersports, automotive, or outdoor recreation.

Responsibilities

Support the design of vehicle display interfaces, including infotainment, controls, and system UI.
Assist with design work for mobile applications and web experiences that complement vehicle systems.
Create wireframes, user flows, interaction concepts, and high-fidelity UI designs.
Help maintain and apply design systems, components, and UI standards.
Prepare design assets, specifications, and documentation for engineering handoff.
Participate in and organize usability tests, user interviews, and rider testing research events.
Assist with research synthesis, insights, and design recommendations.
Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and researchers in design reviews and critiques.
Iterate on designs based on feedback, testing results, and technical constraints.
Support general design tasks, including asset creation, file organization, and design updates.