Google

User Experience Design Intern, BS/MS, Summer 2027

Google$88K — $117K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Proficiency with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Experience in creating user-friendly interfaces.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates design principles applied to web or mobile platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Define user models and interfaces for Google products.
  • Create storyboards, mockups, and prototypes to share design concepts.
  • Work with product managers and engineers to clarify requirements and generate creative solutions.
  • Assess usability of products and recommend improvements.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 40 hours of sick time per year.
  • 13 paid holidays annually.
Full Job Description
Please complete your application before October 9, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and it's in a candidate's best interest to apply early.

Timing on when you can hear back will vary and can take upwards of 90 days. If you haven't heard from us in three months about your application, we likely proceeded with other candidates for the role.

Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in the United States for the duration of the internship program.

This internship is intended for students in their penultimate academic year, who are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Design (e.g., Interaction, Graphic, Visual Communications, Product, Industrial, etc.), Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for this internship program.

To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English. Click on the "Apply" button on this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs preferred):
  1. In the "Resume Section:" attach an updated CV or resume.
    • Please ensure you've listed your anticipated graduation date (in MM/YY)
  2. In the "Education Section:" attach a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English.
    • Under "Degree Status," select "Now attending" to upload a transcript.

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based Interns. Benefits for this role include:
  • Health, dental, vision insurance
  • Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
  • Holidays: 13 paid days per year


This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus.

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; Bellevue, WA, USA; Cambridge, MA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; Irvine, CA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Madison, WI, USA; New York, NY, USA; Palo Alto, CA, USA; Portland, OR, USA; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Raleigh, NC, USA; Durham, NC, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Redmond, WA, USA; Redwood City, CA, USA; San Diego, CA, USA; Goleta, CA, USA; San Bruno, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Jose, CA, USA; Santa Cruz, CA, USA; South San Francisco, CA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design (e.g., Interaction, Graphic, Visual Communications, Product, Industrial, etc.), Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience with industry standard design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.).
  • Experience in designing usable interfaces.
  • A design portfolio showcasing design principles for web or mobile platforms.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Currently attending a degree program in the US and available to work full time for 12 weeks outside of university term time.
  • In their penultimate academic year or returning to a degree program after completion of the internship.
  • Experience working with web or mobile based technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Android Studio, XCode, etc.).
  • UX internship or experience working (e.g., personal projects, academic projects, volunteer projects, etc.) in Interaction, Graphic Design or Motion Design.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.


About the job

Design and user experience (UX) are at the forefront of everything we do. The job of a Designer is to envision how people experience our products and bring that vision to life in a way that feels inspired and refined. In this role, you'll address complex tasks and transform them into intuitive, accessible, and easy-to-use solutions for people around the world.

Google is and always will be an engineering company. We hire people with a broad set of technical skills who are ready to address some of technology's greatest challenges and make an impact on millions, if not billions, of users. At Google, engineers not only revolutionize search, they routinely work on massive scalability and storage solutions, large-scale applications and entirely new platforms for developers around the world. From Google Ads to Chrome, Android to YouTube, Social to Local, Google engineers are changing the world one technological achievement after another.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $88000 - $117000 (USD) 0% bonus target

Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities
  • Help to define the user model and user interface for Google products and features.
  • Develop high level or detailed storyboards, mockups, and prototypes to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, researchers, writers, and cross-functional stakeholders to understand requirements, and provide creative, thoughtful solutions.
  • Evaluate the usability of new and existing products and make constructive suggestions for change.

About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
Learn more about Google
Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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