Samsung Research America (SRA) · 12 hours ago
2026 Intern, UX Motion Design Prototyping (Summer)
Mountain View, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$44/hr - $63/hr
1+ years exp
Start in 2026 SummerSamsung Research America (SRA) is focused on envisioning the future of XR experiences through its XR UX Lab. They are seeking an XR UX Designer/Motion Designer/Prototyper who will collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team to develop user-centered design solutions and contribute to product strategy.
Consumer ElectronicsDigital SignageInformation TechnologyMedical DeviceSoftware
Responsibilities
Contribute to product strategy discussion and develop concepts aligned with product goals and strategy
Develop high-level creative concepts for projects; help to refine and further develop these concepts into complete, functional design systems
Articulate design thinking with strong rationale, based on market trends and usage data
Rapidly prototype concepts to demonstrate your design
Demonstrate and communicate clear expectations for quality of work, productivity, communication, and professionalism with team
Work with designers, developers, and PMs to define and meet key milestones as well as create task lists and work estimates
Create and present design solutions and strategies that bring the user story to life for a wide audience, including cross functional teams
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD program in a design discipline, human-computer interaction, games, or computer science
1+ years working on XR projects or products, either in school or industry
2+ years of designing experience using Adobe CS and/or Figma
Able to work with designers, engineers, researchers, and product managers
Able to navigate ambiguous, shifting requirements in a fast-paced environment
Able to communicate ideas visually (user flows and/or storyboards) with your colleagues and revise outcomes based on constructive feedback
Able to show at least one relevant project that has well developed visuals, interactions, product direction, or all three
Comfortable at taking design ownership based on project needs
Ability to develop design independently with guidance from project peers/mentors
Preferred
Deep experience with at least one AR/VR headset, especially if you've designed and built for them
Familiarity with a 3D modeling tool (e.g. Blender, Maya, etc.)
2+ years prototyping or programming experience in Unity
Experience working with a framework such as MRTK, XRI, OpenXR, Oculus
Familiarity with user testing in AR or VR
Benefits
Annual bonus eligibility
Generous benefits to help you live life well
Company
Samsung Research America (SRA)
Founded in October 1988, Samsung Research America (SRA) builds upon Samsung’s 40-year history in the Bay Area.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Laszlo Gombos
Senior Director
Richard Hyun
Director, R&D Strategy
Recent News
2025-10-31
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