UX Designer Internship 2026
@ Amazon

Seattle, WA
$80,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 11 hours ago

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About the UX Designer Internship 2026 at Amazon

Amazon internships are full-time positions expected to work in-office, Monday through Friday up to 40 hours per week. Interns must be enrolled in an academic program in the United States with at least one academic term remaining after the internship.

Applicants will be considered for all UX Designer Intern roles across various US locations including Greater Seattle Area, Greater Bay Area, Greater DMV, Austin, New York City, and Minneapolis. You can indicate your location preference and start date, but final decisions depend on business needs.

What You Will Do

  • Design user-friendly software interfaces and experiences.
  • Create designs using market analysis, customer feedback, and usability insights.
  • Develop wireframes, prototypes, visual mockups, and detailed UI specifications.
  • Collaborate with program managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.
  • Communicate design rationales clearly to stakeholders and non-design audiences.

A Day in the Life

The internship offers hands-on learning with impactful projects, networking, and personal development. You will have opportunities to engage with Amazonians and participate in various intern activities.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Basic qualifications include enrollment in an academic program in the US, availability for full-time work, and a portfolio of creative materials. Preferred qualifications include experience with consumer brands, collaborative team work, and a passion for storytelling. Demonstrated knowledge in various design tools and accessibility standards will be an advantage.

Compensation & Additional Information

The base pay ranges from $35.05/hr to $76.01/hr depending on the location and market factors. This internship is a full-time role with potential additional compensation forms like equity or sign-on bonuses. Amazon is committed to equal opportunity and accommodates candidates with disabilities.

Key skills/competency

  • User-Centered Design
  • Wireframing
  • Prototyping
  • Visual Design
  • Interaction Design
  • Collaboration
  • Research
  • Usability
  • UX Tools
  • Communication

How to Get Hired at Amazon

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant UX design projects and skills.
  • Showcase your portfolio: Include creative materials with design rationale.
  • Research Amazon: Know their culture, design ethos and teams.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice technical and behavioral questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Practice using Sketch and Figma daily.
Develop wireframes and interactive prototypes frequently.
Study usability research and design case studies.
Review mobile and web design pattern guidelines.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging design project encountered.
Explain teamwork in cross-functional design groups.
Discuss managing ambiguous project requirements effectively.
Share experiences advocating design solutions to peers.

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