Co-op, UX Research and Design - Crew Resources (Spring 2026)

Overview

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Responsibilities will expand across the three terms, with increasing independence and scope :

Assist with user research activities, including interviews, contextual observations, heuristic audits, and synthesis of findings

Support workflow mapping, customer journey diagrams, service blueprints, and UI / UX evaluations

Contribute to wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using tools like Figma

Participate in collaborative design critiques, system audits, and cross-functional working sessions

Document emerging design patterns, contribute to the evolving design system, and help define / document standards

Shadow UX teams working on AI / ML integration and explore how predictive technologies can support human decision-making

Communicate design intent through clear visual documentation, written summaries, and occasional presentations

Rotations

Students must be able to complete 3 alternating rotations in Atlanta, GA in line with the below schedule :

Spring 2026 - 1st rotation

Fall 2026 - 2nd rotation

Summer 2027 - 3rd rotation

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

Working as a Co-op does not guarantee a full-time opportunity upon graduation. This position is intended to provide you with educational, and professional work experience to prepare you for the workforce.

This position requires you to work for 3 alternating semesters. You cannot actively take any courses (inclusive of online or in-person) and work as a Co-op at the same time, which may delay your graduation by 1-2 semesters.

Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology, or a related field

Eligible for a 3-term Co-Op rotation through your academic institution

Foundational understanding of user-centered design and accessibility principles

Familiarity with UX tools such as Figma, FigJam, Miro, or similar

Portfolio or work samples that demonstrate design thinking and problem-solving skills (classwork, passion projects, or personal case studies welcome)

Strong visual and written communication skills

Proactive curiosity—you ask questions, spot gaps, and take initiative

Comfort with ambiguity and interest in working in a complex, fast-moving environment

Collaborative mindset with openness to feedback and a growth orientation

Interest in enterprise UX and the intersection of design, technology, and human performance

Mentorship from senior UX team members

Exposure to product development lifecycles and agile team dynamics

Opportunities to shadow usability tests, stakeholder presentations, and AI / ML collaborations

Access to UX learning resources and team critiques for continuous skill development

On-campus with some work from home days

Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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