Posted:
9/16/2024, 2:24:34 AM
Location(s):
Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
UI/UX & Design
Who we are
With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
We want to learn from you! Our teams at Symbotic value the early career talent that helps us solve critical issues in creative and innovative ways. That is why we offer Internship and Co-op programs where students have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals on some of our most pivotal projects. We invite students from institutions across the country to apply online or engage with our teams on campus at career fairs and other events. Symbotic offers an extensive calendar of events including Lunch and Learns, Social Outings, and Volunteer opportunities for our Interns and Co-ops to engage in.
The Summer Intern session is a 12-week, full-time (40 hours Monday-Friday) program while the Co-op cohorts typically run 16-weeks in the Spring and Fall. In both programs, students are paid a competitive hourly rate. Continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
What we need
We want to learn from you! Our teams at Symbotic value the early career talent that helps us solve critical issues in creative and innovative ways. That is why we offer Internship and Co-op programs where students have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals on some of our most pivotal projects. We invite students from institutions across the country to apply online or engage with our teams on campus at career fairs and other events. Symbotic offers an extensive calendar of events including Lunch and Learns, Social Outings, and Volunteer opportunities for our Interns and Co-ops to engage in.
The Summer Intern session is a 12-week, full-time (40 hours Monday-Friday) program while the Co-op cohorts typically run 16-weeks in the Spring and Fall. In both programs, students are paid a competitive hourly rate. Continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
What you’ll do
Apply user-centered design, Design Thinking processes, and Lean Design principles to create exceptional user experiences.
Be a self-motivated member of the team, working independently and seeking guidance when necessary to complete tasks.
Organize and facilitate user testing sessions, collaborating closely with UX Researchers, Principal and Senior designers, and development stakeholders.
Contribute to developing and maintaining the Symbotic UI Design System.
Own active design projects from end-to-end by creating sketches, wireframes, high-resolution UI visual designs, and Figma clickable prototypes.
Advocate for end-users, UX Research & Design processes and methodologies, innovation, usability and accessibility, and the creation and guidance of interface standards.
Observe operations at the Wilmington, MA Headquarters and Test site to experience Symbotic’s complex hardware and software products for better context when designing.
What you’ll need
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, UX Design) or equivalent practical experience.
A creative, strategic, and innovative personality with a drive to ask insightful questions and understand user aspirations, frustration, and motivations.
Solid understanding of UX design principles, information architecture, and user-centered design methodologies.
Ability to work with ambiguous requirements and produce results independently.
Familiarity with design tools like Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD.
Willingness to collaborate and bring a voice for UX to development teams, ensuring that designs are implemented as intended.
Vocal, humble, and coachable contributor and recipient of design critiques.
Ability to work across multiple design projects with maintaining timelines and deadlines in JIRA, Confluence, etc.
Familiarity with generative AI applied to UX design and analysis, with interest in other technologies is a plus.
Our Environment
Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
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About Symbotic
Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.
We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
Website: https://www.symbotic.com/
Headquarter Location: Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 2005
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity
Industries: Mobile ⋅ Retail ⋅ Robotics ⋅ Supply Chain Management ⋅ Warehouse Automation