Entry Level User Research Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Product Innovation

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As a Connected Physical Products Intern, you will engage in the dynamic field of Software and Product Innovation, focusing on User Interaction Engineering. Within our Advisory practice, you will support teams and participate in projects that drive innovation and develop new products and services, from ideation to commercialization. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to competitive differentiation and growth, while gaining exposure to PwC's methodologies and practices.
As an Intern, you will adopt a learning mindset and take ownership of your development. You will support teams with basic tasks, observe professional work environments, and participate in projects that enhance your understanding of product innovation. This role emphasizes the importance of actively listening, asking questions, and clearly expressing ideas to contribute effectively to project goals. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, committing to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to apply professional and technical standards, uphold the Firm's code of conduct, and start establishing your personal brand. This experience will pave the way for more opportunities, allowing you to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Supporting teams in the development and implementation of innovative product solutions
- Participating in user interaction engineering projects to enhance client support services
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals in software and product innovation
- Conducting research and gathering information to assist in product customization and development
- Creating mock-ups and prototypes to demonstrate product design concepts
- Utilizing AngularJS and CSS to contribute to front-end web development tasks
- Engaging in active listening and accepting feedback to improve personal and professional growth
- Collaborating with team members to analyze workflows and identify areas for improvement
- Applying human-centered design principles to optimize user experience and usability
- Developing user personas and conducting user research to inform design decisions
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are entry-level and job seekers are traditionally either in their 3rd year of a 4 year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5 year program. Client service interns typically join us during the winter/spring or summer prior to their intended graduation year
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering
- Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.3
- Preferred major GPA: 3.3
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Supporting client-focused product innovation projects
- Participating in user interaction engineering tasks
- Learning and applying product innovation methodologies
- Observing and contributing to business and supply chain operations
- Developing skills in AngularJS and CSS for web applications

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.