Design at Amazon has been growing steadily in reach and impact—from devices to fashion, delivery logistics to search and streaming video, from voice and sound to physical retail, and more—all while creating and cultivating experiences that touch Amazon customers everywhere, every day. Amazon design teams include every flavour of UI, UX, visual, motion, illustration, brand, and marketing design roles—as well as design technologists, researchers, writers, and more. Check out Amazon.design, and come build the future with us.
As a UX Design Intern, you will collaborate with a team that defines and designs user interfaces, systems, and interaction, visual, and motion design patterns.
Responsibilities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Currently working towards a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Design, Human-Centered Interaction, Statistics, Psychology, Computer Science, or other equivalent discipline.
Previous design internship(s) and/or project experience in design
Experience working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality design solutions
Experience in a variety of design, wire-framing, and prototyping tools
Creative materials demonstrating past work experience and deliverables (e.g., study plans, reports, portfolio)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with consumer brand experience design and a understanding of storytelling
Visual design expertise demonstrated through mockups and style guides
Additional design skills in related fields, including film-making, motion design, and prototyping
Experience in designing cross platform experiences
Ability to extract complex concepts and quickly turn around rigorous flows and mock-ups reflecting a range of options
Ability to proficiently present design solutions to stakeholders in design, product management, and engineering
Ability to drive the design review cycle and close on design requirements independently
Able to use best practices for mobile and web-based information architecture and design, as well as knowledge of usability principles and techniques
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills