Overview
Seeking an ambitious and curious UX research and design intern who will contribute to our mission of transforming digital workplace solutions through human-centered design. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic technology environment, gaining hands-on experience in understanding user needs, conducting research, and translating insights into innovative design solutions.
Please note this opportunity requires you to work 4 days on site in Ramsey, NJ, you must live within commuting distance*
- Rising Junior or Rising Senior pursing a bachelor's degree in a related field
- Currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or university
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional team to conduct comprehensive user research, including user interviews, concept testing, etc., documenting research methodologies, findings, and design recommendations with precision and clarity.
- Assist in synthesizing research findings, creating personas, journey maps, and detailed research reports that provide actionable insights for development teams.
- Participate in design thinking workshops and design critique sessions, helping to generate and refine concepts for complex enterprise software and hardware experiences.
- Support the design team in creating low-fidelity prototypes using an industry-standard tool (Figma).
- Contribute to the development of design systems and guidelines that maintain consistency across Konica Minolta's digital ecosystem.
Qualifications
- Rising Junior or Rising Senior pursing a bachelor's degree in a related field
- Currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or university
- User Research Methods (Required, Basic Level): Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research techniques and ability to design and execute user studies with supervision.
- Design Tools (Preferred, Basic Level): Skills in Figma or equivalent design software, including basic prototyping capabilities.
- Data Analysis (Preferred, Basic Level): Familiarity with basic statistical analysis and interpretation of research data and comfort with spreadsheet and basic data visualization tools.
- Communication (Required, Advanced Level): Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and an ability to present complex research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Empathy and User Observation (Preferred, Intermediate Level): Strong ability to listen and observe user behaviors and pain points and skill in translating user needs into design opportunities.
About Us
Konica Minolta's journey started 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. We innovate for the good of society and the world. The same purpose that kept us moving then, keeps us moving now. Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is reshaping and revolutionizing the workplace to achieve true connectivity through the Intelligent Connected Workplace. The company guides and supports its clients' digital transformation through its expansive office technology portfolio, including IT Services (All Covered), intelligent information management, managed print services and industrial and commercial print solutions. Konica Minolta has been included on CRN's MSP 500 list nine times and The World Technology Awards named the company a finalist in the IT Software category. Konica Minolta has been recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for sixteen consecutive years, and is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2021 America's Best-in-State employers list. The company received Keypoint Intelligence's BLI 2021 A3 Line of The Year Award and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Award for its bizhub i-Series. Konica Minolta, Inc. has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for nine consecutive years and has spent six years on the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World list. Konica Minolta partners with its clients to give shape to ideas and works to bring value to our society. For more information, please visit us online and follow Konica Minolta on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.
EOE Statement
Konica Minolta is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or partnership status, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.