Intern - UX Design

Simantel•Peoria, IL

4d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Simantel is seeking a curious, creative and collaborative UX Design Intern to work in person at its Peoria, Illinois office. This paid internship provides hands-on experience creating thoughtful, innovative and functional digital experiences while contributing to real client projects in a fast-paced agency environment. The intern will work alongside experienced UX designers and other creative professionals to develop user-centered design solutions, contribute to wireframes and prototypes, and help document functional requirements. The role also offers exposure to how UX design supports client goals while building technical skills, creative thinking and collaboration abilities. The intern supports the development of user experiences across interactive mediums, helps translate client needs into user-centered solutions, and contributes to assigned projects while building practical design skills. Work includes design concepts and deliverables, wireframes and prototypes for mobile, touch and other digital experiences, and documentation of functionality, tracking and data collection needs with guidance from project team members. The intern is expected to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time, support active UX projects, and contribute positively through collaboration, idea sharing and a willingness to learn. This is a flexible, part-time internship scheduled for 15–20 hours per week, with a maximum of 28 hours per week. Work is in person at the Peoria office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Timing is agreed upon with the hiring manager, with flexibility to work Mondays or Fridays as needed or desired. The term runs from the end of October through the end of April, with potential for extension. Applicants are asked to include a portfolio or website.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in UX Design or relevant coursework; an associate degree or at least 2 years of relevant experience is also considered.
Passion for emerging technology, interactive design and innovation.
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment.
Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
Flexibility, patience and effective communication when working under tight deadlines.
Proficiency with Mac-based Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
Proficiency with wireframing and prototyping tools such as Sketch or Figma.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Curiosity, initiative, adaptability and a proactive approach to learning new tools and technologies.
Applicants should include a portfolio or website.
Must not require sponsorship under U.S. immigration laws to be lawfully employed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HTML, CSS or JavaScript.

Responsibilities

Support development of thoughtful, innovative and functional user experiences across interactive mediums.
Collaborate with the UX Design team to translate client needs into user-centered solutions.
Contribute to user-centered design concepts and project deliverables that support client needs and positive user experiences.
Create or contribute to wireframes, prototypes and other designs applying interactive design principles across mobile, touch and other digital experiences.
Document functional requirements, including functionality, tracking and data collection needs, with guidance from project team members.
Complete assigned project tasks accurately and on time through collaboration and regular communication with team members.
Ask questions, seek feedback and contribute ideas throughout the design process.
Learn about clients' businesses and Simantel's service offerings to identify opportunities to improve existing and new experiences.
Align work with project requirements, schedules and client needs in collaboration with team members.
Communicate clearly and constructively, sharing perspectives in a positive and supportive manner.
Manage schedules, prioritize assigned tasks and meet agreed-upon deadlines.
Provide reliable support to the UX Design team and its active projects, contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.