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Niyam IT, Inc.

UI/UX Design Specialist

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

Serve as an Agile Scrum team member delivering UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles. * Conceptualize and design user-centered interfaces for custom software applications across legacy ...

Niyam IT, Inc.

UI/UX Design Specialist

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Serve as an Agile Scrum team member delivering UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles. * Conceptualize and design user-centered interfaces for custom software applications across legacy ...

Niyam IT

UI/UX Design Specialist

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Serve as an Agile Scrum team member delivering UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles. * Conceptualize and design user‑centered interfaces for custom software applications across legacy ...

NiyamIT

UI/UX Design Specialist

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Serve as an Agile Scrum team member delivering UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles. * Conceptualize and design user-centered interfaces for custom software applications across legacy ...

Bloomberg BNA

Director of UX & Design

Arlington, VA · On-site

$215K - $265K/yr

At Bloomberg Industry Group, our UX & Design team is focused on building the next generation of AI-powered products that help professionals find trusted answers and engage in key workflows quickly ...

SOSi

UI/UX Designer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Designer will leverage expertise in UI/UX design principles, human-centered design, and user research to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences. Essential Job Duties * Conduct ...

SOSi

UI/UX Designer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Designer will leverage expertise in UI/UX design principles, human-centered design, and user research to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences. Essential Job Duties * Conduct ...

SOSi

UI/UX Designer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Designer will leverage expertise in UI/UX design principles, human-centered design, and user research to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences. Essential Job Duties * Conduct ...

IntelliDyne

User Experience (UX) Analyst

Vienna, VA · On-site +1

$80K - $105K/yr

User Experience (UX) Analyst Classification: Exempt Clearance: Public Trust Location: This position ... Design and deliver high-fidelity wireframes optimized for a wide range of devices and interfaces

VTG

UI/UX Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

This role combines UI/UX design, user research, prototyping, and front-end development, requiring someone who can take user requirements from initial research and design through functional ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for user experience design intern in Virginia is $19.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $21.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a user experience design intern do?

A User Experience (UX) Design Intern assists in creating and improving the usability and overall experience of digital products such as websites and apps. Their tasks often include user research, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and collaborating with designers, developers, and stakeholders. The goal is to ensure the product is intuitive, accessible, and meets the needs of users. Interns gain practical experience, learn industry-standard tools, and contribute ideas to real projects while being mentored by experienced UX professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a user experience design intern?

To thrive as a User Experience Design Intern, you need a solid understanding of user-centered design principles, wireframing, and prototyping, typically supported by coursework or a portfolio demonstrating design projects. Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch, as well as basic knowledge of usability testing methods, is highly valued. Creative problem-solving, collaboration, and strong communication skills help you work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and present your ideas clearly. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating intuitive, user-friendly interfaces and contributing meaningfully to the product development process.

What types of projects does a user experience design intern typically work on, and how do they contribute to the overall design process?

As a User Experience Design Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects such as wireframing user interfaces, creating user flows, conducting usability testing, and assisting with research and analysis of user feedback. Interns often collaborate closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to iterate on design solutions and ensure that user needs are at the forefront of the development process. This hands-on involvement not only helps you build a strong portfolio but also exposes you to real-world challenges and the collaborative nature of UX teams, preparing you for a full-time role in the field.

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Infographic showing various User Experience Design Intern job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,959 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

User Experience and Interface Design Intern - JobID-0285

Arlington, VA • On-site

Innovative Defense Technologies
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Innovative Defense Technologiesexternal

$28 - $34/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

User Experience and Interface Design Intern - JobID-0285
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Arlington, VA
Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 / hour
Description
About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a User Experience and Interface Design Intern to be part of our Integrated Mission Systems team and based out of our Arlington, VA location.
The User Experience and Interface Design Intern will support efforts to refine design specs, iterate on design systems, and build deliverables to communicate the use cases of our products' design to stakeholders and team members for rapid development. Human Centered Design Thinking, curiosity, empathy, creativity, and design skills will be required to successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
  • All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
  • This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 2-3 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
  • Contributes to and augments design system components and design patterns. Documents use cases of components and patterns for consistent future use.
  • Updates Figma designs based on stakeholder feedback and discovery.
  • Annotates Figma design files with specs to ensure context if provided to stakeholders and SMEs.
  • Collaborates on solutions to "How Might We" statements and identifies best practices to leverage. Builds and delivers solutions that meet users' expectations. Gathers data to support recommended solutions and engages appropriate stakeholders before taking action to minimize potential risk.
  • Revises prototypes after adjustments to design screens have occurred.
  • Creates IDT branded illustrations, pictograms, and iconography as needed.
  • Selects and uses the appropriate tools or systems to conduct analyses and build deliverables. Participates in design and delivery reviews to align solutions with mission objectives.
  • Seeks input from others when assessing strategic implications. Seeks clarification when connections or implications are unclear.
  • Imbues the iterative design process within the agile development cycle and receives feedback and considerations openly.
  • Prioritizes goals based on users' needs and expectations and achieves expected (agreed upon) results against the users' needs. Advocates for users' needs when ambiguity persists in discovery and design sessions, and demonstrates an understanding of users' needs.
  • Learns from successes and setbacks and applies those lessons in the future designs.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or post-graduate degree program with a major or minor in HCI, Interaction Design, Fine, Visual, or Media Arts, Graphic Design or relevant related field of study, or equivalent full-time professional experience with (at minimum in-progress or on-going) coursework (such as NNG), certification, or accredited bootcamp program.
  • Experience with digital design tools such as (but not limited to) Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Animate, XD). Bonus tools: Figma or Sketch, Miro or Mural.
  • Completed coursework, has experience with, or studied human design thinking, and/or has knowledge of Heuristics and Design Patterns.
  • Experience with or an understanding of HTML and CSS or developing interactive digital products or deliverables.

What Makes You Stand Out:
  • Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork, and collaboration.
  • Portfolio of design or development work; bonus if the work supports interactive products.
  • Demonstrations of the Design Thinking process in your work history and coursework. Bonus if candidate is familiar with interaction design, affinity or empathy mapping exercises, or workflow diagrams.
  • Can speak to empathy and advocacy in their work examples. Can identify how they derived solutions based on external data.
  • Willingness to learn and curiosity about how to best support team members in their work.
  • Nice to have: Already has experience with UI tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
  • Nice to have: Experience or knowledge of Agile methodologies, especially Lean.
  • Can identify and is familiar with UX/I publications and resources the industry utilizes.

If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $28 - $34 / Hour
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
IDT's Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:
  • A 10-12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
  • Competitive pay
  • Individual mentoring
  • Valuable training
  • A supportive culture
  • Social events and team building activities

EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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