User Experience Design Internship - Summer 2027

IDEMIA Public Security, a division of IDEMIA Group, is the leading provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, transforming public and private organizations across the globe. Our industry-enabled and client-specific solutions draw upon decades of expertise in biometrics to revolutionize the fields of public security, justice and public safety, travel and transport, identity, and access control. Built on privacy and trust, our market-leading iris, fingerprint and facial recognition solutions top independent benchmarking for accuracy, fairness and scalability. These exacting standards enable our clients to build safer, fairer societies where people can live, interact, and move about freely. With 4000+ employees around the world and 150+ partners worldwide, we offer more than just a job - we provide a dynamic environment where innovation thrives, opportunities abound, and your talents are valued. Be part of a global leader shaping the future of biometric based technology. Learn more here.

• →Contribute to UX/UI design for active PSNA products, producing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes with guidance from senior designers. 
• →Apply and help maintain the IDEMIA Design System and MUI components, ensuring visual and interaction consistency across deliverables. 
• →Translate web-based experiences to alternate form factors (e.g., tablet and kiosk) where required. 
• →Support the development and documentation of reusable UX patterns for the broader team. 
• →Use AI-assisted design tools (e.g., Figma AI, AI prototyping and code-handoff agents) to accelerate ideation, generate and iterate on design variations, and build interactive prototypes, while critically evaluating AI output for quality, accessibility, and design-system fidelity.
• →Build foundational skills in accessibility (WCAG, Section 508) and inclusive, responsive design; incorporate accessibility considerations into all work. 
• →Maintain clean, well-organized project files with clearly labeled pages and frames. 
• →Attend UX sprint planning, reviews, stand-ups, and design-system cadences; participate in agile ceremonies. 
• →Shadow and assist the UX Researcher on at least one research initiative (e.g., usability test, internal or external interview, A/B test). 
• →Manage assigned tasks and tickets using Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence). 
• →Present progress and final deliverables at scheduled board reviews (kickoff, mid-point, and final presentation). 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience. 
• Working knowledge of design and prototyping tools such as Figma (primary), Sketch, or Adobe XD. 
• Familiarity with core UX principles, usability heuristics, and human-centered design. 
• Ability to create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes at varying levels of fidelity. 
• Awareness of accessibility principles and standards (WCAG, Section 508). 
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. 
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, agile environment. 
• Willingness to learn, take feedback constructively, and grow professionally. 
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted design or prototyping tools (e.g., Figma AI/Make, AI coding or design agents such as Kiro, Cursor, or Claude) and an understanding of their strengths and limits.

• Prior internship, academic, or project experience in UX/UI design. 
• Exposure to design systems and component-based design (especially Material UI). 
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to inform design feasibility. 
• Interest in or exposure to designing for security, biometrics, or government/regulated products. 
• Familiarity with responsive and multi-form-factor (web, tablet, kiosk) design. 

Important Dates: 

Start Date: May 17, 2027

End Date: Aug 6, 2027

Note: This is a hybrid role, you must be able to travel to the office.

The US hourly rate for this position is $25.