UI/UX Designer Internship

Metana
Full-timeColombo, Sri Lanka

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone eager to apply design thinking, experiment with ideas, and gain hands-on experience working on real-world products. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to design user experiences that impact both students and instructors.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Teams: Work with product managers and stakeholders to translate user needs into thoughtful design solutions.
  • Design Wireframes & Prototypes: Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile using Figma.
  • Bridge Design & Development: Ensure designs are feasible by understanding basic frontend concepts and working with developers during implementation.
  • Responsive Design: Design interfaces that adapt seamlessly across devices and screen sizes.
  • Version Management: Maintain design versions in tools like Figma and coordinate with developers to ensure design consistency.
  • User-Centric Improvements: Incorporate usability testing feedback to improve the overall experience.
  • Stay Updated: Keep up with UI/UX trends, best practices, and contribute to building or improving design systems and component libraries.

Requirements

  • Education: No formal degree required – we value a strong portfolio that demonstrates creativity and user-focused design thinking.
  • Experience: 0–2 years in UI/UX design (academic projects, freelance, or personal work count).
  • Design Tools: Proficiency in Figma (knowledge of Shadcn UI is an advantage).
  • Frontend Awareness: Familiarity with basic concepts like HTML and CSS to assess feasibility of designs.
  • Design Skills: Understanding of responsive/adaptive design principles. Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG compliance). Ability to suggest or maintain design systems/components. Strong attention to detail and visual aesthetics.

How to Apply

Send us:

  • Your updated CV
  • Your portfolio link showcasing your best UI/UX work

Additional Information

  • This is an internship position based in Colombo 3.
  • Flexible working hours to accommodate academic schedules.
  • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with mentorship opportunities.
  • Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship.

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