UX Design Summer Intern (Portland, US)

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POSITION: UX Design Summer Intern

LOCATION: Portland, Oregon

 

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

 

Jaguar Land Rover North America’s internship program is a great opportunity for college students entering their junior or senior year, or who are currently in a graduate school program, to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of the automotive industry!  This is a great opportunity for personal growth and development from a business and learning perspective.

 

In this internship, you’ll work within our UX Design team to support our product squads in uncovering and delivering excellent user experiences. Our Portland team focuses on digital products, specializing in complex user experiences with cutting-edge technologies like autonomous driving, augmented reality, and off-board solutions. You'll gain exposure to Mobile Apps, UX Design & Research, DevOps, DesignOps, Systems Engineering, Agile Delivery Management, and Software Delivery in a constantly evolving and complex design environment.

 

Details of the program:

  • The program is open to students at a Junior or Senior level in their Bachelor’s Degree program or a Graduate Program
  • The Internship runs from June 16, 2025 to August 2025
  • 40 hours per week during business hours (Business Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am-5:00pm) 
  • Hybrid Schedule available
  • Paid internship:
    • $26/hour for students in an undergraduate program

      $31/hour for students in a Master's program

      $37/hour for students pursuing PhD

       

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Create wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize and test design concepts—ensuring they meet user requirements and industry standards.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and UX research, to ensure a cohesive and user-centered design approach
  • Participate in design reviews and iterate on designs based on feedback from stakeholders and users to continuously improve the user experience
  • Participate in innovation activities such as DesignJams, Design Sprints, and Innovation Days
  • Support UX Designers in maintaining documentation of design process and design decisions to ensure transparency and consistency throughout the project lifecycle
  • Perform other duties as required.

     

 What you will need:

  • Bachelor's degree in progress or pursuing a graduate studies degree during FY 25/26  
  • Prior experience with and a strong understanding of user experience design, human machine interaction, or related field
  • A passion for problem solving and the curiosity to understand business challenges and deliver innovative solutions, backed by strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion new initiatives
  • Basic understanding of the practice of UX research
  • Excellent collaboration, observational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills alongside the desire and ability to see things from multiple perspectives  
  • Proficiencies in Figma, Microsoft Office Suite, and other prototyping tools

     

 So Why Us?

  • As a people-first company, working at JLR means opportunity, teamwork, and growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job.
  • Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded company
  • You are never just a number. We take pride in taking care of our employees doing everything we can to make sure that our teammates thrive both in and out of the office.

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Thank you for your interest in working for us, we love it here and think you will too!

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

JLR North America, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.

Organisation: 
Jaguar Land Rover