UX Design Intern — Hybrid, Research‑Driven

Ameritas; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Ameritas seeks a UX Intern to enhance digital experiences by researching across platforms. This hybrid internship in Cincinnati, OH, runs part-time, beginning May 2027, with 40-hour weeks.

Eligible candidates are enrolled in a master's program in HCI or related field, have UX/digital design experience, and are proficient with Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. An online portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Master's degree program at least half-time as defined by your institution studying Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or a related field for the entire duration of the internship.
• Able to commit to a full-time, 3-month summer internship.
• Full-time hours: 40 hours per week.
• Prior experience in UX or digital product design (academic, internship, or personal projects).
• Familiarity with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Basic understanding of front-end development (HTML, CSS); exposure to AI-assisted design techniques is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to translate requirements into interactive solutions.
• Clear communicator who collaborates well across teams.
• Awareness of accessibility guidelines, design systems, and web standards.
• Interest in applying AI tools and data-driven insights to improve design outcomes.
• Experience with generative AI tools and workflows is a strong advantage.
• Possess a growth mindset: comfortable with ambiguity, open to feedback, and eager to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities within Agile/Scrum teams.
• Online portfolio or sample projects showcasing creative thinking and problem-solving skills required. Please submit link with resume.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, user-friendly digital experiences that align with project goals and customer needs.
• Translate complex challenges into clear, user-centered solutions.
• Conduct and analyze UX research to uncover insights and inform design decisions.
• Create prototypes and design deliverables that effectively communicate ideas to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers, and designers to ensure a seamless process from concept to launch.
• Partner with UI developers to align design intent with implementation.
• Support ongoing product iteration based on research, user feedback, and performance data.
• Contribute to design system consistency, accessibility standards, and current UX best practices.
• Participate in project meetings and advocate for the user perspective in cross-functional discussions.
• Explore ways to integrate AI tools into the design process (e.g., generating design variations, analyzing feedback, enhancing accessibility).
• Stay curious about emerging technologies, including AI, and how they can elevate the design process and user experience.

Skills

UX design

User research

Prototyping

Collaborative skills

Accessibility awareness

AI design tools

Education

Master's degree in HCI or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML/CSS basics

Job description

Ameritas seeks a UX Intern to enhance digital experiences by researching across platforms. This hybrid internship in Cincinnati, OH, runs part-time, beginning May 2027, with 40-hour weeks.

Eligible candidates are enrolled in a master's program in HCI or related field, have UX/digital design experience, and are proficient with Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. An online portfolio is required.