2026 Intern - UI / UX Design

Introduction

This role is for an internship in Summer 2026. The Internship is expected to start on Tuesday, May 26th with an end date of Friday, July 31st. Candidates must be available to start and end on these days.

At IBM, we believe technology shapes the world, and we are a catalyst for innovation and creativity. We are at the forefront of groundbreaking change - improving businesses, society, and the human condition. As a leader in Hybrid Cloud and AI, we are leading the charge in a worldwide digital transformation.

Our Marketing, Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility (MCC) team tells this story and is responsible for positioning IBM in the market. We define and optimize IBM's brand, capture the market's attention, and articulate our point of view for clients, partners, the media, and even other IBMers. As part of our team, you'll be surrounded by bright minds and keen collaborators - always willing to help and be helped - as you apply passion to work that will compel our audience to choose IBM's products and services.

Your role and responsibilities

As an IBM Marketing UI / UX Design Intern, you'll work collaboratively, driving work that addresses a strategic business challenge facing our team : helping to turn our vast collection of content into an easily understandable system that supports our visitors' key needs. In addition to your daily work, the internship includes educational, networking, and social activities. This is a highly visible intern program with leadership exposure and mentorship throughout the summer.

This role supports our IBM.com team, which is responsible for continually advancing our site experience to delight visitors, enable them to easily complete their objectives, and compel them to raise their hands and engage with the IBM team. As UI / UX Design intern, you would sit within IBM.com's Web Design team and may :

Be responsible for project engagements including deliverables (such as concepts, wireframes, interactive prototypes, specifications, etc.), engagement agreements and timelines.

Craft user experiences alongside key product stakeholders to understand and support product business goals, advocating user centered design industry best practices, and effectively managing design resources.

Design wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize and communicate design concepts, interactions, and user flows.

Develop visually appealing and brand-consistent designs, including layouts, typography, and graphics.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of design solutions.

Work closely with design team to implement IBM Carbon Design System in all solutions.

This role is based in Research Triangle Park, NC (Raleigh-Durham Metro). We work in a hybrid environment. This position will be required to come into the office at least three days per week.

IBM will not be providing Visa sponsorship for these positions now or in the future. Therefore, to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future Visa sponsorship.

Required technical and professional expertise

Currently enrolled in an accredited University

Available for an internship in Summer 2026

Completing your degree program between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree and a rising senior for the 2026-2027 school year

A portfolio of work samples that demonstrate an understanding of user-centered design, interaction design, visualizations of complex experiences and demonstration of delivering exceptional user-centered outcomes

Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma

Strategic thinking with ability to align design goals with business goals

A drive to embrace technical domains and explain the problem space

Solid understanding of fundamental design principles (typography, layout, grid systems, hierarchy, color, composition)

Preferred technical and professional experience

Awareness of inclusive design practices and accessibility standards

Pursuing a degree in User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Information Architecture, Computer Development, Software Development or a related field

Familiarity with design systems, agile practices, design thinking and human-centered design principles

Desire to make the best products in the industry hands-down

Growth mindset : always looking for opportunities to learn and grow

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.