Product Design Intern (Summer 2027)

Splash; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cvent is seeking a product design intern to join a large design team in Tysons Corner, VA. You will own a project from problem to solution, gaining exposure to research, prototyping, and content design while advocating for users.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a design-related degree, can work 40 hours per week for 10 weeks in summer 2027, and can commute to headquarters. Portfolio of one completed UX/product project required. Sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• Empathy and passion for simple, helpful user experiences.
• Ability to build wireframes and interactive prototypes in Figma, with auto-layout familiarity.
• Familiarity with a design system of simple components and patterns.
• Participate in design critiques and discovery workshops.
• Articulate design decisions and present designs centering the user.

Responsibilities

• Join a department of over 100 designers and own a project from problem to solution.
• Learn and contribute across the design process, including research and content design.
• Advocate for users at each step and incorporate feedback to identify growth areas.

Skills

Empathy

Wireframes

Figma

Auto-layout

Design systems

Critiques

Presentations

Job description

Overview:

Our Culture and Impact

Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with more than 6,000+ employees and 24,000+ customers worldwide, including 60% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 1999, Cvent delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform for marketers and event professionals and offers software solutions to hotels, special event venues and destinations to help them grow their group/MICE and corporate travel business. Our technology brings millions of people together at events around the world. In short, we're transforming the meetings and events industry through innovative technology that powers the human connection.

Cvent's strength lies in its people, fostering a culture where everyone is encouraged to think like entrepreneurs, taking risks and making decisions confidently. We value diverse perspectives and celebrate differences, working together with colleagues and clients to build strong connections.

AI at Cvent: Leading the Future

Are you ready to shape the future of work at the intersection of human expertise and AI innovation? At Cvent, we're committed to continuous learning and adaptation - AI isn't just a tool for us, it's part of our DNA. We're looking for candidates who are eager to evolve alongside technology. If you love to experiment boldly, share your discoveries, and help define best practices for AI-augmented work, you'll thrive here. Our team values professionals who thoughtfully integrate AI into their daily work, delivering exceptional results while relying on the human judgment and creativity that drive real innovation.

Throughout our interview process, you'll have the chance to demonstrate how you use AI to learn, iterate, and amplify your impact. If you're excited to be part of a team that's leading the way in AI-powered collaboration, we'd love to meet you.

Internships at Cvent

Cvent's paid internship gives students hands-on experience and direct mentorship that supports their professional development and career growth after college graduation. Interns are exposed to the inner workings of an industry-leading software company while taking ownership of projects that contribute to the company's continued success. Interns may receive an offer for full-time employment after graduation.

In This Role, You Will:

As a product design intern at Cvent you are joining a department of over 100 designers working on products that touch every step of the event journey. We'll welcome you to a small feature specific team, with a dedicated mentor to work alongside and learn from. You'll make an impact by owning a project from problem to solution. Get ready to be exposed to every part of the design process, including research and content design, and to learn how to advocate for our users at each step. You'll have the opportunity to elevate your strengths and the dedicated feedback to identify areas of growth.

Ideal candidates will:

• Show empathy and passion about simple, helpful user experiences
• Display working knowledge of building wireframes, and interactive prototypes using Figma. Familiarity with auto-layout is a must.
• Be familiar with using a design system of simple components and patterns.
• Participate in design critiques, as well as facilitate discovery workshops.
• Articulate design decisions and confidently present designs while centering the user.
• Be observant and meticulous with small details.
• Showcase an eagerness to learn and be open to feedback.
• Have an interest in accessibility, content design, and user research.

Here's What You Need:

• Full-time college student with plans to graduate in December 2027 or May 2028 (summer between Junior & Senior year).
• Ability to work 40 hours per week for 10 weeks (June-August 2027)
• Ability to commute to our headquarters in Tysons Corner, VA.
• Portfolio of at least one completed UX/product design project
• Link of your portfolio on your resume
• PLEASE NOTE: This position cannot offer any sponsorship, or exception to the graduation dates listed.

The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $36.00 per hour.