UX Designer Intern

About Acres

Acres is a map-based land intelligence platform designed to bring transparency to America’s largest asset–land. Using public and private market data, Acres aggregates and analyzes over 150 million parcels of land to enable users to better understand and value land with confidence. By providing access to a comprehensive and more accurate compilation of land data, comparable sales, and parcel-level insights, Acres supports fast, informed decision making. Visit Acres.com to learn more.

We are dedicated to the growth of our platform and the growth of our people. We're looking for high performers who go about their work with a sense of curiosity, responsibility, and a drive to make things better.

• Note: Acres seeks qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. We are unable at this time to provide any sponsorship for work authorization.
  
  

UX Designer Intern

At AcreTrader, we empower our customers to buy and sell land smarter with advanced technology, data, and expertise. To stay committed to our mission as a company, we need to continue to grow our UX Design team. AcreTrader is hiring a UX Designer Intern who will work directly with one of our business units. As the UX Designer Intern, you'll play a key role in creating intuitive and engaging user experiences for our platform. Additionally, you'll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary group including designers, developers, and product managers to design features that meet both user needs and business objectives.

This is a full-time paid 3-month internship. Candidates must be available to work 40 hours a week between 8am and 5pm Monday-Wednesday for three consecutive months upon starting. This internship pays $15 per hour and is not eligible for any other company-sponsored benefits.

Core Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of new features and improvements for your assigned business unit
• Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using industry-standard tools
• Participate in the full design process from research and ideation through implementation
• Collaborate with UX designers to incorporate user feedback and research insights into your designs
• Create and maintain design documentation including style guides and component libraries
• Present design solutions to stakeholders and effectively communicate your design decisions
• Support the implementation of designs by working closely with development teams
• Contribute to establishing and maintaining design system consistency
• Actively participate in design critiques and team feedback sessions
• Learn and apply AcreTrader's design principles and patterns
  
  

Key Competencies

• Currently pursuing a degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Visual Communication, or related field
• Strong foundation in user-centered design principles and methodologies
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• Basic understanding of web and mobile design principles
• Ability to create clear user flows and information architecture
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles
• Strong visual design skills with attention to typography, layout, and color theory
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design projects
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or project experience in UX/UI design
• Experience with prototyping tools
• Basic understanding of accessibility standards and guidelines
• Knowledge of agile development processes
• Interest in fintech or agriculture