UX Intern

Are you a current undergraduate student looking for an exciting summer opportunity? Savvas Learning Company is seeking bright, motivated undergraduate students to join us for our dynamic 8-week Product Development Internship in Northbrook, IL. You will join us for eight weeks and gain valuable experience within the educational publishing industry.

Over the summer, participants will receive guidance from top teams in the K-12 education field, work on real-life business projects, attend weekly informational sessions to learn about other business areas, network with other students, attend off-site events, and finally, present a project to Savvas' senior leaders at the end of the summer to showcase the impact you've made on our business.

Intern positions are full-time opportunities, 40 hours per week, requiring a hybrid work schedule with two (2) days onsite at our Northbrook, IL office. You'll typically be on-site on Wednesdays and another day as determined by you and your mentor during the first week of the program.

As an LXD Intern, you will be a vital member of the team, helping shape the future of educational technology. We are looking for a tech-forward, detail-oriented designer who is eager to bridge the gap between pedagogy and cutting-edge UX. You will assist in building engaging student experiences and streamlined educator tools while exploring the frontier of AI-integrated design. You will also create documentation and tools to help improve efficiency, design quality, and user-centered approaches at Savvas.

Core Responsibilities

• Rapid Prototyping & AI Exploration: Design and test AI-driven prototypes using Google AI Studio, Figma, and emerging generative tools to enhance the learning experience.
• End-to-End UX/UI Design: Develop high-fidelity wireframes, interactive prototypes, and user flows that simplify complex educational data.
• Design Operations (DesignOps): Support team scalability by organizing design libraries, optimizing design system content, and maintaining internal documentation.
• Workflow Innovation: Leverage AI platforms (such as NotebookLM) to synthesize research, automate repetitive tasks, and streamline the design-to-development handoff.
• Internal Advocacy: Manage internal social channels and communication to champion user-centered design and build excitement around user research findings.

What We Are Looking For

• Academic Background: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in HCI, UX Design, Product Design, or a related field, with a graduation date after August 2026.
• Design Literacy: A portfolio that showcases a deep understanding of user psychology, visual hierarchy, and the end-to-end design process.
• Tool Proficiency: Advanced skills in Figma and Figma Make and a genuine curiosity for integrating AI into the creative workflow.
• Self-Starters: A proactive collaborator who can work independently in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to "get their hands dirty" with DesignOps.
• Communication: Strong storytelling skills-both in your designs and in how you present your ideas to cross-functional teams.
• Location: Ability to work in a hybrid capacity, with at least two days per week on-site at our Northbrook, IL office.

What's Next?

Qualified candidates will be invited to the following steps:

• Phone Screen - You'll have a prescreen via phone with someone from our Talent Acquisition Team. During this call, our goal is to learn more about your background and career interests and confirm information from your application. This is also a great time to ask any questions that you may have about the company or the internship program.
• Formal Interview - During this stage, you will meet with a panel of interviewers, via video, including your potential intern mentor and other members of the intern leadership team. You'll have an opportunity to learn more about the internship and what you can expect to gain over the summer while sharing more about the skills and experience you can bring to the team.
• Offer - If identified as the most qualified candidate, you can expect to receive an employment offer, outlining the internship details and compensation.

We want to keep you informed about your candidacy status throughout the interview process. If it is determined that you are not the best fit, you may be declined at any stage of the process, and we will notify you as soon as possible.

Why Intern with Savvas?

• Real Assignments, Real Impact - From day one you'll be viewed as a valuable asset to our team, participating in meetings and allowed to share your input and feedback
• Collaboration and Mentorship - You'll have an opportunity to work alongside associates from all levels of the business
• Paid Experience - Get paid to learn! We offer market-competitive pay for all positions
• Flexible Work Arrangements - We offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you the flexibility to work from home and also gain valuable face-to-face collaboration and networking skills at our office locations
• Holiday Pay - You'll be paid for any company-observed holidays throughout the internship
• Team Building Activities - You'll have fun building rapport with fellow interns at our company-hosted offsite events

Hear What Our Former Interns Have to Say:

"From my first day at Savvas, I felt like a valued part of the team. There's a strong company culture of collaboration, support, and dedication. Over eight weeks, I worked on a variety of literacy materials, participated in team meetings, and conducted independent research that culminated in a final presentation to senior leadership. My mentors and coworkers were incredibly helpful, encouraging, and receptive. Savvas has only strengthened my dedication and passion for education!"

At Savvas, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We invest in our employees with a rewards package that combines compensation, exceptional benefits and wellness programs in addition to opportunities for professional growth. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation. The posted hiring range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting and remains subject to modification. Compensation is determined by factors such as but not limited to skills, experience, budget, and internal equity.

Savvas Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Savvas Learning complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Savvas prohibits discrimination against individuals based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, and other protected group status. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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