UX / UI Designer (Volunteer)
Organization : Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location : Remote
Reports To : Head of Product and Technology
Type : Volunteer (Unpaid)
About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Our technology initiatives help connect youth and families to mentorship, education, and resources in innovative ways.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Volunteer UX / UI Designer to support the development of digital tools that advance MAP’s mission. This is an unpaid, educational volunteer role intended for individuals who wish to gain nonprofit and product design experience while contributing to a social impact organization.
Important Note for Students on OPT
- Volunteer / unpaid roles are permissible for nonprofit organizations if approved by your Designated School Official (DSO).
- To remain in compliance, OPT participants must ensure this role is directly related to their major field of study and meets federal requirements.
- STEM OPT participants should note that unpaid volunteer roles do not qualify under current USCIS guidance.
- MAP will provide documentation of duties and hours upon request.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in designing user flows, wireframes, and prototypes for mission-aligned digital productsCollaborate with MAP’s product and technology teams to improve user experiencesTranslate complex ideas into intuitive, accessible design solutionsParticipate in feedback and iteration cycles to refine productsRequirements
Portfolio showing product or UX / UI design workProficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar toolsStrong collaboration and communication skillsInterest in nonprofit technology and mission-driven designCommitment
Volunteer role, 5-10 hours / weekMinimum 6-month commitment preferredFlexible schedule; fully remoteWhat You’ll Gain
Hands-on nonprofit design experienceOpportunities to contribute to education and mentorship platformsA portfolio of socially impactful projectsLetters of recommendation and professional referencesTo apply, please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and design portfolio to hr@mentorapromise.org with a brief statement of interest.
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