Design Intern

Happening Design; Hyderabad; On-site; Full time

Job description

As a Design Intern in the Design industry, you will play a vital role in shaping user-centered digital experiences through creative problem-solving and innovative design solutions. This position offers a hands‑on opportunity to collaborate with seasoned designers and cross‑functional teams to develop intuitive interfaces, refine visual identities, and contribute to the end‑to‑end design process. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment that values creativity, iteration, and user empathy, allowing you to grow your skills in modern design tools and methodologies. Your work will directly impact product usability and brand consistency, supporting the development of digital products that are both aesthetically compelling and functionally effective. This internship is ideal for emerging designers passionate about design thinking, typography, and the intersection of form and function in digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and product teams to develop wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity mockups using Figma.
• Apply design thinking principles to conduct user research, identify pain points, and generate innovative solutions.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of design systems, ensuring consistency in typography, spacing, color, and component usage.
• Participate in design reviews and feedback sessions to refine concepts and improve usability.
• Assist in preparing design assets for development handoff and support frontend implementation on platforms like Vercel.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices in UX/UI design and digital product development.
• Document design decisions and rationale to support team alignment and future reference.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Figma for wireframing, prototyping, and design system development.
• Familiarity with Vercel for deploying and testing design implementations in a live environment.
• Strong understanding of design thinking methodologies and user‑centered design processes.
• Solid grasp of typography principles, including hierarchy, readability, and typographic pairing.
• Portfolio showcasing creative projects, including UX/UI designs, wireframes, or design case studies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, iterative environment with a growth mindset.
• Openness to feedback and a proactive approach to learning and skill development.