Summer Intern, Automotive Experience Design Technologist

SiriusXM

Oct 8

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Software Engineering
Design
New York

Requirements

A deep understanding of both the design process and the technical skills necessary to bring designs to life.
An available online portfolio showcasing interactive prototypes.
Strong familiarity with Figma, including components, design systems, auto layout, and variables.
Experience with Framer, including transitioning UX from Figma to Framer, code overrides, code components, custom code, and includes.
Front-end programming experience, with coding samples in languages such as JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and React.
Familiarity with a broad spectrum of technologies, including but not limited to: JavaScript, HTML/CSS, React, and potentially emerging platforms or frameworks.
Experience with prototyping physical or hardware interfaces, including integration with real-world inputs like touchscreens, voice control, or multi-screen setups.
Problem-solving mindset and innovation skills, especially in tackling complex, real-world automotive UX challenges.
Familiarity with motion design principles, understanding how to incorporate transitions, animations, and other dynamic elements into prototypes.
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and pushing the boundaries of digital design.
Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Build highly interactive UX prototypes for next-generation product opportunities, blending real technology with simulated user experiences to make product concepts both tangible and interactive.
Incorporate production services, such as live audio streams, into prototypes, leveraging a Figma-to-Framer workflow.
Bring a strong understanding of technology services and platforms into the design process, helping to identify new ways to make product concepts more interactive and impactful.
Integrate technology into design workflows, utilizing advanced tools and processes to drive digital transformation within the team.
Support user testing efforts by ensuring prototypes are ready for evaluation, implementing necessary functionality and adjustments based on test requirements.
Prototype with emerging technologies like voice recognition, gesture control, and AI-driven features to create innovative and forward-thinking user experiences.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and engineers, to align prototype functionality with business and user needs.
Share your process with designers, software engineers, and other UX prototypers, ensuring that your work can be reused or extended for future projects.
Stay up-to-date with the latest tools and technologies, ensuring the design team remains at the cutting edge of UX prototyping.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Summer Intern, Automotive Experience Design Technologist role?

The primary focus is to elevate prototyping workflows by creating interactive, code-driven prototypes that integrate real audio content and various technologies to enhance future automotive product experiences.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates should have a deep understanding of the design process and technical skills, including familiarity with Figma and Framer, front-end programming experience (JavaScript, HTML/CSS, React), and experience with prototyping physical interfaces.

Will candidates need an online portfolio?

Yes, candidates must provide an online portfolio showcasing interactive prototypes.

What kind of technologies will interns work with?

Interns will work with emerging technologies such as voice recognition, gesture control, and AI-driven features, as well as traditional web and design technologies like JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and React.

Is prior experience in the automotive industry necessary for this role?

No, prior experience in the automotive industry is not explicitly required, but a problem-solving mindset and innovation skills related to automotive UX challenges are highly valued.

What is the expected pay range for this internship?

The expected base salary for this position is between $37-40 per hour, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.

What kind of team will the intern be collaborating with?

Interns will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers to align prototype functionality with business and user needs.

Are there opportunities for innovation and creativity in this role?

Yes, this position encourages innovative thinking and the exploration of new technologies to create forward-thinking user experiences within the automotive space.

What are the working conditions for this internship?

The internship is in a fast-paced environment that fosters collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and pushes the boundaries of digital design.

Is legal authorization to work in the U.S. required?

Yes, candidates must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. to qualify for this internship.

SiriusXM

Shape the future of audio.

Entertainment & Media

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1990

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are. This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day.