Personal Systems UX Design & Human Factors Internship

Jan 23

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Design
Spring

Requirements

1st year of Master's program completed or PhD candidate.
Must be enrolled full time at an accredited university.
Experimental Design, Research Methods, Statistical Analysis, User Research, Usability Testing (Ergonomics and Anthropometry a plus)
User Experience Design, Software Interface Design, Figma (or related interface design software) Skills, Interface Prototyping Skills, Presentation Skills
Usability testing, data analysis, qualitative and quantitative research
Communicate and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, ability to think critically and solve complex problems, adapt to the fast-paced and ever-changing research landscape
Experience conducting and moderating research/product testing with users.

Responsibilities

You will work with the Design team within Personal Systems on projects like the following:
A research project centered around a hardware product that HP makes. There will be a research question that the intern will need to design a user study to answer, collect the data, analyze the data, and present the findings to the stakeholders. There will be adequate support from the Human Factors team.
In this internship, you'll play a key role as a production designer, collaborating closely with our lead UX designer on an unreleased software project. Your primary focus will be to translate established design direction into production-ready interfaces that our development team can utilize to begin implementation. As you work on these interfaces, you'll ensure that the designs align with our overall vision and meet the necessary specifications for development. If you have prior experience in prototyping, there may be additional opportunities for you to create comprehensive prototypes. These prototypes will serve not only as valuable tools for our UX research team during testing but also as reference points for the development team as they build out the software. This project offers an excellent chance to refine your design skills, contribute to a real-world application, and gain insights into the collaborative processes between design and development.
Support Senior Human Factors researchers and be assigned to a new product in development. Will independently conduct hardware and software usability testing and ergonomics evaluations for a product in development.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is designed as a 12-week paid opportunity for the Summer 2025 session.

Where are the internship positions located?

Internship positions are available in Houston, Palo Alto, and Fountain Valley.

What academic qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must have completed at least the first year of a Master’s program or be PhD candidates, and must be enrolled full-time at an accredited university.

What majors are preferred for this internship?

Preferred majors include Human Factors or Ergonomics, Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, UX Design, Software Design, Interaction Design, Industrial Engineering, and Psychology.

What kind of projects will interns be involved in?

Interns will work on various projects including designing user studies, collaborating on software interface designs, conducting usability testing, and supporting senior Human Factors researchers on product development.

What skills are important for this internship?

Important skills include experimental design, user experience design, proficiency in Figma (or related software), usability testing, data analysis, and strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Is prior experience in research or design required?

While prior experience is preferred, it is not explicitly required. Experience with user research, usability testing, and design processes will be beneficial.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The pay range for this position is $35 to $50 per hour, depending on work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What benefits do interns receive?

Interns are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts, among other benefits.

Are candidates from underrepresented groups encouraged to apply?

Yes, candidates who identify with historically underrepresented groups in the technology sector, including but not limited to African American, Latino, Native American, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.

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Mission & Purpose

Our vision is to create a world where innovation drives extraordinary contributions to humanity. This vision guides everything we do, how we do it, and why we do it. Our technology – a product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions – was created to inspire our vision and we are doing everything in our power across climate action, human rights, and digital equity to make it so. We believe thoughtful ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time. And all it takes is one to change the world.