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Lightstone is an intelligent solutions company with strong, industry-specific expertise and core capabilities in data management, GIS, analytics and software development.

We specialise in delivering integrated online knowledge solutions, batch and real-time data quality solutions, and a range of geo-spatial and analytic projects to property, consumer, government and financial services clients.

We hire exceptional people and provide an environment where they can excel.

Our non-corporate culture encourages flexibility, collaboration and innovation.

We pride ourselves on our core values Encourage Participation, Respond to Changing Needs and Win Together.

These principles guide every development, project, product and service we deliver.

The UX Intern will support the Lightstone Property UX Division in designing, improving and documenting user experiences across key products such as Toolkit, Pulse BI, Dev Portal and many more.

This role is designed for a candidate who is passionate about creating intuitive, user-centred digital experiences and eager to learn how UX operates within a data-driven product environment.

The intern will work directly under the UX Lead and collaborate with Product Owners, BAs, Developers, and the Support Team.

They will contribute to research, interface design, prototyping, documentation, and maintaining our enterprise-level design system.

Diploma or Degree in UX / UI, Interaction Design, Digital Product Design, Multimedia Design, or related field.

Portfolio demonstrating design thinking, not only visual design.

Familiarity with UX processes (research ? wireframe ? prototype ? handover).

Must be able to work in a structured, process-driven environment.

Must be able to receive feedback positively and iterate.

Must demonstrate willingness to learn new tools quickly.

Must be comfortable presenting work and explaining reasoning.

Figma

Strong understanding of Figma fundamentals

Ability to create wireframes and high-fidelity UI

Working knowledge of AutoLayout, components, variants

Ability to maintain organised Figma files (naming, grouping, structure)

UX / UI Design

Understanding of layout, spacing, grids and hierarchy

Understanding of responsive design (desktop + mobile)

Ability to follow design system rules consistently

Basic prototyping skills

Research & Evaluation

Ability to review Hotjar recordings and identify usability issues

Basic understanding of user research methods

Ability to summarise insights clearly and concisely

Documentation

Ability to annotate designs for developers :

States

Behaviour rulesEdge cases

Component usage

Ability to produce clean UX documentation and flows

Non-Technical Skills

Communication

Communicates clearly and professionally

Asks clarifying questions early

Able to explain design choices simply and confidently

Work Ethic & Accountability

Reliable, consistent and committed

Takes initiative rather than waiting for instructions

Manages time effectively and meets deadlines

Shows daily progress and communicates blockers promptly

Collaboration

Works well with UX, PO, BA and Dev teams

Receptive to feedback without defensiveness

Participates actively in discussions and workshops

Problem-Solving Mindset

Approaches challenges systematically

Thinks beyond visuals and focuses on solving user problems

Applies critical thinking when refining designs