Hybrid UX Design Intern — Energy Tech

Consumers Energy; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Consumers Energy is seeking a design intern to gain practical experience in product design and UX. You will work with a dynamic team, learning from experienced designers and contributing to real-world projects across design disciplines.

Applicants should be enrolled in a UX/Design program, possess a solid portfolio, and be familiar with Figma and basic front-end concepts. The role is hybrid, with an emphasis on collaboration and delivering user-centered designs.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in UX Design, Graphic Design, HCI, or related field with a GPA of 2.7 or better.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating UI/UX design principles and methodologies.
• Proficient with Figma and able to translate research into design iterations.
• Basic understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior designers, product managers, and developers to understand project requirements and user needs.
• Assist in conducting user research, including surveys, interviews, and usability testing.
• Translate research findings into design solutions, wireframes, prototypes, and user flows.
• Utilize Figma to craft intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.
• Contribute to design systems and UI pattern libraries.
• Participate in design reviews, workshops, and brainstorming sessions.

Skills

Portfolio development

User research understanding

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in UX Design / related field

Tools

Figma

HTML/CSS/JavaScript basics

Job description

Consumers Energy is seeking a design intern to gain practical experience in product design and UX. You will work with a dynamic team, learning from experienced designers and contributing to real-world projects across design disciplines.

Applicants should be enrolled in a UX/Design program, possess a solid portfolio, and be familiar with Figma and basic front-end concepts. The role is hybrid, with an emphasis on collaboration and delivering user-centered designs.