UI Design Intern

Are you ready for what’s next?  

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

The Boating Intelligence (BI) Design Lab is seeking a creative and innovative UI Design intern.  In this role, you would be designing UI and concepts for the lab.  You would be the leader in the conception, sketching, and high-fidelity rendering of UI designs. Focus on translating ideas and insights into tangible, visual user interfaces.  

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Translate UX research findings, user flows, and wireframes from low to high-fidelity user interface designs and concept renderings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including managers, developers, and other designers, to ensure a compelling UI that balances the needs of users, business priorities, and capabilities of technologies.
• Participate in concept iteration sessions and contribute to the development of innovative design solutions through user-friendly UI design.
• Lead in creating and maintaining design documentation, including design specifications and style guides, and guide development team closely to adhere to delivering the best end results.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• To be considered for the internship, candidates must have permanent US Work authorization.
• Current enrollment in a Design Bachelor’s/Master’s program at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
• Competent and comfortable with hand sketching, wireframing, and creating high-fidelity UI mock-ups.
• Intermediate capability in Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, Miro, or similar.
• Understanding of UI design principles, design thinking, and common UI frameworks and usability guidelines.
• Portfolio highlighting a variety of projects.
• Excellent understanding of visual design principles, composition, color theory, and graphic design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent rendering and mock-up abilities for a variety of user interfaces.
• Experience and knowledge in UI beyond web and app, such as HUDs, multiscreen displays, physical controls, buttons, and other user interfaces.
• Additional capability in other creative software such as but not limited to Blender, Procreate, Sketch, AfterEffects, etc.  

Travel Requirements:  

There may be opportunities to travel by accompanying others on UX research trips or going out to survey user in the environment in local boating areas.  Although travel is encouraged if your schedule allows, travel is never mandatory, and performance evaluations are not based on the ability to travel.    

Working Conditions:  

Learning Opportunities: Our internships are designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

 Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.    

Hours: Interns must work at least 8 hours in person at the lab each week during the fall and spring terms. You may work up to 20 hours maximum. During summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours in person at the lab each week.   

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As an intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.   

Responsibility: Interns at BI Design Lab are expected to manage their own schedules, set goals, and seek feedback for their professional development.   

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

Next is Now!  

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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