UI/UX Designer Intern (6‑month, unpaid)

About the role

MarkupMarvel is offering two 6‑month UI/UX Designer Intern positions. The role is unpaid and provides hands‑on experience designing real interfaces for US/UK clients, moving beyond portfolio‑only projects.

Key responsibilities

• Design UI screens and components in Figma for live client projects.
• Translate business requirements into user‑friendly interface designs.
• Build consistent design systems and component libraries.
• Receive direct feedback from senior designers and developers.
• Support usability reviews and iterate designs based on project needs.
• Deliver a shipped‑work portfolio by the end of the internship.

Required profile

• Completed a UI/UX design course or self‑taught fundamentals in Figma.
• Basic understanding of design principles such as spacing, hierarchy, colour, and typography.
• A portfolio of coursework or personal design projects, even if unpolished.
• Willingness to take feedback and iterate on real project work.
• Genuine interest in pursuing UI/UX design as a career.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of how designs are handed off to developers.
• Familiarity with design systems or component libraries.
• Basic HTML/CSS to communicate feasibility with developers.

What we offer

• Six months of real design experience on live client projects.
• Direct mentorship from senior designers and developers.
• A genuine portfolio of shipped, real‑world design work.
• Potential for paid work, job placement, or recommendation to partner companies after completion.
• Certificate of completion and LinkedIn recommendation.
• Possibility to continue with MarkupMarvel on a project or partnership basis.