Ui Design Intern - Summer 2024

About the job

Motorola Mobility is seeking a talented and eager UI designer to join our summer internship program. This role will sit on the User Experience Design team at Motorola Mobility.  User Experience Design Group (UXD), one of the critical departments of Motorola's larger Consumer Experience & Design organization. We are creative problem-solvers, design lovers, and innovators who work together to deliver user-centered design solutions. This role is located in our Chicago studio. You’ll be joining a global design organization, with offices in Chicago, Brazil, and China. The User Experience Design group is responsible for creating digital experiences for the Motorola smartphone product line. From building the camera app interface, to leading the UX & UI design for the Moto Razr, our team is an essential part of what makes Motorola phones great. 

Key areas

UI Design & Experience development — As a UI designer you’ll be responsible for contributing to the development of visual interface development of in-house apps and services. You’ll work hand in hand with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to define an app or experience life. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for visual design skills, a good understanding of front end development, and proficiency in working within a design system. You’ll be responsible for updating our design system, and producing high-quality design deliverables. You’ll finish your internship with a stronger understanding of product development, visual design and industry leading projects to add to your portfolio. 

Responsibilities

·       Create visually compelling app-based interfaces that leverage the Moto design system

·       Help develop and evolve the Moto visual design language

·       Contribute throughout the design process, from conception to production & delivery while meeting deadlines

·       Regularly present work and share feedback in internal design reviews with peers

·       Collaborate with other designers to ideate and refine high-quality deliverables

·       Work closely with interdisciplinary teams (UX, project management, software development)

·       Ensure the quality and fidelity of the design by testing apps and communicating with development via Jira.

Basic Qualifications:

·       Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with a design focus in User Experience

·       Excellent communication skills (verbal, written & visual)

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Passion for digital product design & development

·       Experience working with design systems