Designer Co-Op Fall 2026 jobs in United States
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IBM · 4 hours ago

Designer Co-Op Fall 2026

IBM is a leading company in software solutions, seeking to transform customer challenges into solutions. The role involves creating intuitive and accessible enterprise software experiences through collaboration with various stakeholders and hands-on design work.

Business DevelopmentBusiness Information SystemsCRMData ManagementFoundational AISoftware
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Responsibilities

Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using tools like Figma
Contribute to UI components, icons, and layouts aligned with the Carbon Design System
Help document reusable design components and interaction patterns
Collaborate with UX researchers to gather insights and validate designs
Apply accessibility standards and design system guidelines to all work
Join design critiques, ideation sessions, and Design Thinking workshops
Present design concepts and rationale to cross‑functional stakeholders

Qualification

UI/UX fundamentalsDesign tools FigmaDesign tools SketchUser-centered designAccessibility standardsEnthusiasm for learningFigJamExposure to HTML/CSSMotion design toolsInterest in design systemsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

To be eligible, candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, or PhD program, with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2029
A portfolio demonstrating design thinking, UI/UX fundamentals, and visual design skills
Experience with design tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Illustrator, or Photoshop
Understanding of user‑centered design, accessibility, and responsive design
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills
Enthusiasm for learning and openness to feedback

Preferred

Familiarity with collaborative tools such as FigJam, Miro, or Mural
Exposure to HTML/CSS or front‑end development
Experience with motion design tools (After Effects, Lottie)
Interest in design systems or metrics such as engagement and retention

Company

IBM is an IT technology and consulting firm providing computer hardware, software, infrastructure, and hosting services.

H1B Sponsorship

IBM has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3032)
2024 (3301)
2023 (2160)
2022 (1809)
2021 (1157)
2020 (2669)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2011-01-14IPO

Leadership Team

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Alain Bénichou
Chief Executive Officer, IBM Greater China Group
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Alex Yang
CTO and Chief Architect
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