Design Internship

Job Description About Big MotiveDesigning services that work for everyone.Big Motive is a strategy and design consultancy that helps organisations navigate change, simplify complexity, and deliver accessible, user-centred digital products and services.We combine inclusive, human-centred research with AI-powered insight to design digital products, services, and strategies that improve outcomes for people, planet, and business.Our work spans health, government, and social impact, from redesigning public services to launching digital tools and modernising legacy systems.The InternshipWere looking for a Design Intern to join our team. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate in design who wants hands-on experience in service design, UX, and digital product development within a collaborative studio environment.Youll work alongside experienced designers and researchers, contributing to real client projects while developing your skills through mentorship, feedback, and structured learning opportunities.This is not shadowing; youll be actively involved in meaningful project work from early on. The internship is offered for an initial 6-month period, with the potential to extend for an additional 6 months.What Youll DoSupport the design and delivery of digital products and servicesAssist with UX research activities, including note-taking, synthesis, and insight developmentContribute to wireframes, prototypes, UI components, and visual artefactsHelp prepare workshop materials and participate in client sessionsSupport the development of case studies and communication materialsCollaborate with designers, researchers, and project managers across live projectsContribute to studio culture and internal learning initiativesWhat Youll LearnOver the course of the internship, youll gain experience in:Translating research into clear design decisionsCreating and testing prototypesWorking within multidisciplinary teamsDesigning for accessibility and public sector standardsCommunicating design thinking to clients and stakeholdersManaging your time and contributing to live project deliveryYoull receive regular 1:1 mentoring and feedback to support your development.About YouCurrently studying (or recently completed) a degree in graphic design, interaction design, product design, service design, or a related disciplineStrong interest in UX and digital service designA portfolio that demonstrates curiosity, problem-solving, and process, not just final visualsFamiliarity with tools such as Figma, Miro, or Adobe Creative CloudComfortable working collaboratively and open to feedbackCurious, thoughtful, and motivated to learnWhat We OfferA supportive, collaborative studio environmentExposure to real-world projectsStructured mentoring and development supportFlexible, hybrid workingAccess to learning resources and team knowledge-sharingHow to ApplyTo apply, please send the following to [email protected]:Your CVA short cover letter telling us why youre interestedA link to your portfolio

Created: 2026-04-04