UI/UX Design Intern — Frontend & Prototyping

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a motivated UI/UX Developer Intern to shape end‑to‑end user experiences—from concepts and wireframes to polished interfaces and scalable design systems.

You’ll collaborate closely with developers, analysts, researchers, product owners, and designers across projects in a highly matrixed team. The role emphasizes rapid iteration, usability, and accessibility, with opportunities to see designs ship into prototypes and products while learning from

Qualifications

Degree candidate in Software Development or related discipline.
Experience in UX, UI, product design/development with a strong portfolio.
Familiarity with modern design tools (Figma, Sketch) and collaboration with developers.
Curiosity and willingness to challenge assumptions.
Ability to work fluidly in a matrixed environment while balancing inputs.
Clear communication and collaboration mindset.
US citizen with ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

Shape end-to-end user experiences from concepts to design systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to simplify workflows and improve clarity.
Turn user insights into design recommendations.
Participate in regular UI/UX syncs and roadmap planning.
Iterate quickly from sketches to prototypes and shipped designs.
Partner with engineers to ensure designs are implemented cleanly.