Entry Level AI Designer Apprenticeship
UX Woman · Philadelphia, PA
- Hybrid
- Internship
- $85,000 / year
- Philadelphia, PA
Job highlights
- 7-month paid remote UX apprenticeship program.
- Focus on end-to-end UX design and research.
- Develop a startup idea of your choice.
- Receive 1:1 mentorship and career coaching.
- Alumni earn $85k-$130k in design roles.
About the role
About the Program
Every year, we sponsor 2 remote UX apprentices from anywhere in the world to join us for 7 months, either in the fall or spring seasons or online. Our UX apprentices work through the end-to-end UX design and UX research process for a startup idea of their choice that will help them attract hiring managers in that topic space or industry.
Apprentices take our program for free and receive 1:1 mentorship throughout the 7-month program. Alumni UX apprentices go on to make between $85,000 - $130,000 in UX design, product design, UX research, or service design roles after they complete the program.
We are committed to helping women, immigrants, POC, and LGBTQ folks break into tech and land 6-figure UX jobs. We help you land 6-figure UX jobs or coach you till you get it.
Apprenticeship Requirements
This apprenticeship program is open to new grads and UX career changers alike! Here are some apprenticeship requirements to keep in mind before applying:
- Interested in creative career paths in UX research, UX design, product design or service design
- Willing to commit 5-10 hours of work per week to complete program deliverables
- Willing to attend 2-3 hour weekend lectures to learn the end-to-end design process OR willing to complete online video course modules
- Open to feedback from UX mentors and demonstrates a willingness to revise design work
Apprenticeship Program Learnings
- Build digital products and services 0-1
- Lead end-to-end design process for a startup idea or topic of your choice
- Lead product scoping and feature scoping, as well as entire project management
- Identify target market for product and position product for launch success
- Develop a business model for the product or service and demonstrate how the product/service will scale as the business model scales
- Lead discovery research by managing user recruitment, creating research plans, writing interview guides, leading 8-16 discovery interviews, and synthesizing interview insights
- Deliver a compelling UX design and business pitch for your startup idea, showcasing both qualitative and quantitative data to justify the problem space and the solution
- Tell a compelling story about users by showcasing user types, personas, stakeholder maps, journey maps, process maps, service blueprints, ideation matrixes, sketches, wireframes, UX workflows, prototypes and other visual deliverables
- Lead user testing of wireframes and prototypes to improve product/service usability and constantly iterate on your startup idea
- Design a unique design system for your solution from scratch, creating components, a style guide, and branding for your solution
- Analyze direct and indirect competitors to clearly articulate your solution’s differentiators and why your solution is innovative and more likely to succeed over competing options
- Consult with startups to create a scope of work and fulfill UX research, UX design, product design and service design work based on your scope of work.
How to Apply
Please fill out our application form to apply for UX Woman sponsoring your participation in the program. The application takes 5 minutes to complete and will ask you to send in your LinkedIn profile and resume, as well as ask you about why you are interested in this program. You do NOT need to have a UX resume or portfolio to apply- we consider folks who are at the very beginning of their career change, who are still exploring multiple career options.
You will receive UX tips and challenges via email to help you with your transition into UX and will be contacted by us if you are being considered for the apprentice program. Once contacted, you will go through a brief interview process before joining the cohort. Due to the large volume of applicants, we cannot contact all applicants about their application status. If you don’t hear from us about an interview within 2 months of applying, please consider your application closed. We consider applicants on a rolling basis.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Key skills/competency
- UX Design
- UX Research
- Product Design
- Service Design
- Startup Idea Development
- Business Model Development
- User Recruitment
- Usability Testing
- Design Systems
- Competitive Analysis
Skills & topics
- UX Design
- AI Design
- Apprenticeship
- Remote
- UX Research
- Product Design
- Service Design
- Career Change
- New Grad
- Tech Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your application: Highlight your interest in UX and any relevant transferable skills, even without a formal UX resume.
- Complete the form: Submit your LinkedIn profile and resume through the 5-minute application form.
- Engage with content: Actively participate in the UX tips and challenges sent via email.
- Prepare for interviews: If contacted, be ready for a brief interview to assess your fit for the program.
- Showcase passion: Clearly articulate your motivation for pursuing a UX career change.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the UX Woman Entry Level AI Designer Apprenticeship?
- The UX Woman Entry Level AI Designer Apprenticeship is a 7-month, fully remote program designed for aspiring UX professionals. It offers comprehensive training in end-to-end UX design and research processes, mentorship, and aims to help participants land high-paying UX jobs.
- What are the requirements for the AI Designer Apprenticeship?
- To be eligible, you should be interested in UX research, design, or service design, be willing to commit 5-10 hours per week, attend lectures or complete online modules, and be open to feedback and design revisions. New grads and career changers are welcome.
- What will I learn in the UX Woman Apprenticeship program?
- You will learn to build digital products from scratch, lead the end-to-end design process, conduct user research and testing, develop business models, create design systems, analyze competitors, and consult for startups.
- Is this apprenticeship paid?
- Yes, the program offers a paid apprenticeship. While tuition is free, you will receive mentorship and guidance to help you secure a 6-figure UX role after completion.
- What is the application process for the UX Woman apprenticeship?
- The application involves filling out a 5-minute form, submitting your LinkedIn profile and resume, and answering questions about your interest. Selected candidates will proceed to a brief interview.
- Do I need a UX portfolio or resume to apply for the AI Designer Apprenticeship?
- No, you do not need a pre-existing UX resume or portfolio. The program is designed for individuals at the beginning of their career change journey.
- What kind of support can I expect during the UX Woman program?
- You will receive 1:1 mentorship from experienced UX professionals throughout the 7-month program, along with career coaching to help you secure a UX job.
- What kind of jobs can I get after completing the AI Designer Apprenticeship?
- Alumni typically secure roles in UX design, product design, UX research, or service design, often landing positions with salaries between $85,000 and $130,000.
- Is the UX Woman Apprenticeship program remote?
- Yes, the program is fully remote, allowing apprentices from anywhere in the world to participate.
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