Are you well-equipped in UX research and design? Do you know of design thinking methodologies and are eager to apply them to real-life problems? And are you a strategic thinker curious to touch upon content and brand strategy? If so, then we’re looking for you. We are looking for a UX intern to uncover human-centred insights and translate them into tangible concepts.

What we offer

As a UX Intern at Kontrapunkt, you will be part of an experienced and ambitious team with deep knowledge in design, digital product development, branding, strategy and more. You will work on a variety of different projects with all kinds of different clients — ranging from small start-ups to large businesses. Our workdays are diverse and exciting, exposing you to many different tasks, problems and skills. As a team, we will help you identify your goals, nurture your strengths, and support your ambition.

Joining the team, you will

• Research problems, formulate strategies and design solutions for a variety of real-life clients
• Have dynamic and diverse working days in a creative environment
• Get hands-on experience by working at a design agency
• Work with dedicated, talented and friendly colleagues across different disciplines

The role

• Conduct user research and formulate clear insights and recommendations
• Define and communicate user personas, journey maps, blueprints and more
• Design UX workshop formats and support by facilitating them
• Workshop content strategies and be involved in copywriting and art direction
• Turn complexity into simple, strategically-rooted experience concepts
• Bridge the gap between branding and UX and turn abstract brand concepts into delightful branded experiences
• Prototype and wireframe solutions with the team

Your profile

• Currently studying or have completed a degree in design, communications, ethnography, entrepreneurship or similar. You do not have to have an explicit background in UX.
• Previous agency experience is not required. 
• You have some examples of your past work. A portfolio is not required but is a benefit.
• Curious and passionate about design and technology
• Proactive and good at taking self-initiative
• Fluent in English

When can you start?

We are looking for interns starting either summer or fall 2023. It is a full-time internship, but discussing a reduced time to accommodate classes or writing assignments is possible. We imagine a duration of four to six months but are flexible.

We encourage all participants to apply as soon as possible. We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis.