Software UI/UX Intern

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

The UI/UX Summer Intern will report directly to Yunlu Xu (Director Software Development, Department 4620), working closely with other team members to support design initiatives of NMS products, contribute to ongoing projects, review previous software GUI implementation and provide suggestions for improving user experience.

Responsibilities 

Essential Functions:

• Assist in improving the GUI of the Network Management System (NMS) to enhance usability.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to identify design improvements.
• Support design iterations based on feedback from users and stakeholders.

Nonessential Functions:

• Contribute to NMS requirement/design documentation.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends and suggest new ideas.

Qualifications

Qualifications 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in UI/UX design tools.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and responsive design.
• Strong knowledge of user-centered design principles.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Basic UI/UX design knowledge or relevant coursework.

Success Factors:

• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Strong collaboration skills and adaptability.
• Creativity and ability to learn quickly.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation