Student Designer for Design System

Saxo Bank; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Canada seeks a part-time UI Design Intern to assist in designing and developing reusable UI components. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while collaborating closely with developers. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a relevant design program, possess basic knowledge of design tools like Figma, and have a passion for UI design. Mentorship and flexible working hours are provided to accommodate academic schedules.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in design systems

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program.
• Basic knowledge of UX/UI design principles.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing reusable UI components.
• Create and maintain design guidelines.
• Collaborate with developers for implementation.

Skills

Basic knowledge of design tools (Figma)

Analytical and systematic thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proactive attitude

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Product Design, UX Design, Interaction Design

Tools

Figma

Job description

Copenhagen, Denmark

What you’ll do

• Assist in designing and developing reusable UI components such as buttons, forms, and navigation elements in our Figma component library

• Help create and maintain design guidelines and best practices for the design system

• Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless implementation of UI components and adherence to design specifications and vice versa

• Participate in regular audits of existing UI components and design patterns to identify areas for improvement and consistency

• Support the development and upkeep of comprehensive documentation for the design system, including usage guidelines and design patterns

• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UI design and design systems to inform your work

About you

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Product Design, UX Design, Interaction Design, or a similar field

• Basic knowledge of design tools (we use Figma) and principles of UX/UI design

• Analytical and systematic thinking skills with attention to detail

• Passion for UI design, design systems, components, design patterns, and documentation

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within a team environment

• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt

• Not afraid to ask questions

Benefits

• Gain hands‑on experience in developing and maintaining a design system for enterprise‑level applications across desktop and mobile

• Opportunity to work on real projects that enhance your portfolio

• Flexible working hours that accommodate your academic schedule

• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field

Practicalities

• Part‑time role (20 hours/week)

• On‑site at Philip Heymans Alle 15, 2900 Hellerup

• English is the office language

How to apply

Click here to create an account and upload your resume and a short motivation. We look forward to getting to know you better!