UX Research Intern

Oracle

Nov 1

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Research & Development
Design
Redwood City

Requirements

Current undergraduate junior-year student graduating in spring or fall 2026 with a passion for design research and interest in entering the UX Research field; extensive research experience is not required as a pre-requisite
Current graduate level masters research students graduating in summer or fall 2026 are also welcomed in this program
Available full-time, 40 hours per week during the work week (typically 9am-5pm) from May-August 2025, or June-September 2025
Ability to work from our offices located in Redwood City, CA or Seattle, WA
Attend a university in the USA
Able to obtain work authorization in the US in 2025
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate master students expected to graduate in May 2026 or later, pursuing a degree in Social Sciences, Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Experimental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, or a related field
Have experience with using different research methods, with an understanding of each method's benefits and limitations
Communicate both qualitative and quantitative insights effectively through clear articulation and visualization
Bring an insatiable curiosity, asking meaningful questions to deepen your understanding of human behavior, motivations, and challenges
Display deep empathy and a passion for uncovering people’s values and unspoken needs, sharing your insights enthusiastically
Embrace continuous learning, actively seeking new perspectives, contexts, and challenges
Adapt and take initiative, working seamlessly with a global team of researchers, designers, and PMs while bringing your unique background and voice to the table
Share your research portfolio or 2-3 examples of research projects that showcase your proudest work. We’re interested in seeing your skills in team collaboration, strategic thinking, creativity, and communication. These examples can come from school, passion projects, or previous work experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and lead research projects end-to-end and facilitate the experience for our team.
Collaborate closely with partners in design and product management to learn complex domains, assess needs, ask the right questions, and bring them along in discovering the answers.
Conduct research using the right approach to answer the question in hand leveraging a wide range of qualitative methods and a subset of quantitative methods.
Communicate results and illustrate suggestions in creative, compelling and actionable ways that deepen the understanding of problem space and fuels ideation.
Execute research with rigor, synthesize data, apply/create frameworks to discover and explain your insights.
Create durable, foundational and holistic understanding of customers’ experience with the products.

FAQs

What is the duration of the UX Research Intern program?

The UX Research Intern program lasts for 12 weeks during the summer, with available internships from May-August 2025 or June-September 2025.

What qualifications are required to apply for the internship?

Candidates must be current undergraduate junior-year students graduating in spring or fall 2026, or current graduate-level master's research students graduating in summer or fall 2026.

Is prior research experience necessary for this position?

Extensive research experience is not required to qualify for the internship; a passion for design research is encouraged.

Where are the internship positions located?

The internship positions are located in Redwood City, CA or Seattle, WA.

What are the expected working hours for this internship?

The expected working hours are full-time, 40 hours per week, typically from 9 am to 5 pm during the work week.

What academic backgrounds are preferred for applicants?

Preferred backgrounds include degrees in Social Sciences, Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Experimental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, or related fields.

Are there any GPA requirements to apply?

Yes, candidates should have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

What types of research methods should applicants be familiar with?

Applicants should have experience using different research methods, along with an understanding of each method's benefits and limitations.

What is required in the application portfolio?

Applicants should share their research portfolio or 2-3 examples of research projects showcasing their skills in team collaboration, strategic thinking, creativity, and communication.

Will there be mentorship during the internship?

Yes, interns will receive guided mentorship throughout the program to support their professional development.

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