UX Design Intern - Spring 2027

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Medpace in Cincinnati is seeking a UX Design student intern to gain hands-on experience shaping the user experiences of our internally built software tools used in clinical research. You will translate complex workflows and regulatory requirements into intuitive interfaces, collaborate with a cross-functional team, and contribute to the UX strategy through data and insights.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor's or higher in Visual/Communication Design, HCI, or related field; availability to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Visual/Communication Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, or related field.
• Available to work 40 hours per week in our Cincinnati, OH office.
• Experience defining, developing and documenting UX design and interaction requirements.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience using strategy to solve complex problems.
• Portfolio demonstrating user experience activities, processes, and deliverables.
• Experience with design tools such as Figma or Adobe CC.

Responsibilities

• Quickly and iteratively create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups with detailed and scalable visual design specifications for web and mobile interfaces throughout the design process;
• Demonstrate an understanding of Agile / Lean UX methodologies;
• Participate in research and evaluation of emerging design, technology, industry, and market trend;
• Participate in the design planning and strategic phases of a project. Proactively pitch new CX ideas backed by strong, well-articulated rationale.

Skills

UX design

Figma

Adobe CC

Communication

Portfolio

Education

Bachelor's degree in design/related

Job description

Job Summary

Are you a creative, curious, student looking to gain experience in UX Design? Join the software innovation and design team to help drive Medpace’s software further forward in our mission to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics. This is a great opportunity if you are someone who wants to join a design team in the early stages of modernizing internally built software tools used in the clinical research process. You will design user experiences to translate complex workflows and regulatory requirements into UIs that are intuitive and delight our users. Working with a cross-functional team, you will help shape our user experience strategy through collecting data and insights to drive the best UX.

Responsibilities

• Quickly and iteratively create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups with detailed and scalable visual design specifications for web and mobile interfaces throughout the design process;
• Demonstrate an understanding of Agile / Lean UX methodologies;
• Participate in research and evaluation of emerging design, technology, industry, and market trend;
• Participate in the design planning and strategic phases of a project. Proactively pitch new CX ideas backed by strong, well-articulated rationale.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Visual/Communication Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, or related field;
• Available to work 40 hours per week in our Cincinnati, OH office;
• Experience defining, developing and documenting UX design and interaction requirements;
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience using strategy to solve complex problems;
• Portfolio demonstrating user experience activities, processes, and deliverables;
• Experience with design tools such as Figma or Adobe CC;

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
• Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.