DoD SkillBridge - Product Designer Intern at Vets2PM

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Active-duty U.S. Military Members eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program., Proven experience as a product designer for interactive web applications., Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite., Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment..

Key responsabilities:

Assist in designing user interfaces for web applications.

Conduct user research to enhance product usability.

Create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for design concepts.

Collaborate with team members to iterate on designs based on feedback.

Job description

This is a remote position.

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Product Designer Intern
SkillBridge Industry Mentor: Productable
SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Remote

*** Must be able to complete 90- 180 day internship ***

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program.

To Apply:

1. Go to www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge and complete the SkillBridge interest form.

2. Return to this posting and click ‘Apply’.

About Productable: Productable is a Product Software innovation company committed to building cutting-edge software solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency. Our dynamic team thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous innovation, making it the perfect environment for aspiring project managers to gain hands-on experience.

Company website: Productable | Turn ideas into outcomes

Internship Overview: We are looking for a Product Designer Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship offers hands-on experience in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, giving you the opportunity to contribute to real products while learning from experienced designers and engineers. If you're passionate about design, problem-solving, and creating intuitive digital experiences, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web applications.
Conduct user research and gather insights to improve product usability.
Create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to visualize design concepts.
Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other designers to bring ideas to life.
Participate in design critiques and iterate based on feedback.
Help maintain and expand design systems for consistency across products.
Stay up to date with design trends, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications:

Proven work experience as a product designer for interactive web applications
Experience leveraging user-centered design and user research techniques
Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
Experience leveraging modern UX/UI design techniques to deliver working software.
Ability to collaborate with product management and engineering to frame customer problems and develop solutions.
Ability to communicate design ideas clearly and collaborate in a team environment.
A portfolio showcasing design projects is highly preferred.

What You'll Gain:

Hands-on experience in a fast-growing, dual-use, early-stage startup
Mentorship from experienced CS professionals.
Exposure to the tech industry and product software innovation.
The opportunity to contribute to real business growth initiatives.
A collaborative and dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued.

Vets2PM Provides:

Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings.
PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course.
Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

Other:

Not all internships include certification training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include their own internship-focused training instead. If selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you understand what is included in your internship.

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