Design Intern

About Us: Good Business Lab is an independent, non-profit labor innovation company. We use rigorous academic research to prove that worker well-being programs have business impacts. We develop market-ready, scalable interventions that benefit both workers and businesses. Our goal is to disrupt the traditional notion of business and show that worker well-being can be a good business practice. The founders of the lab are Ach Adhvaryu - Professor of Economics and Director of 21st Century India Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego ( www.achadhvaryu.com ), Anant Ahuja-head of Organization Development at Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd., and Anant Nyshadham- Assistant Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan ( www.anantnyshadham.com ) Nature of Commitment : Full-time Location: Remote/Delhi/Bangalore Duration of Internship: 2 months Remuneration: INR 15,000 per month Start Date: ASAP Role Summary The candidate will be responsible for conducting precedent studies, analyzing digital platforms for key features and user flows, and contributing to the creation of basic wireframes, user journeys, and early prototypes. Additionally, the role requires organizing and visualizing complex information into clear, intuitive design outputs. Active participation in design critiques and collaboration across teams is essential, with a focus on refining ideas based on feedback and effectively communicating design concepts. What will you do? Understand the context, research done by GBL in the climate action space, and develop a research plan in consultation with the design manager Conduct precedent studies and benchmarking by reviewing relevant design trends, case studies, and best practices. Comparative analysis of the existing platforms to identify functionalities and key features of digital products through collaborative discussions with key stakeholders. Conceptualise basic user flows, wireframes, epics to visualise potential user journeys, create user personas, and build information architectures. Translate complex information into structured and intuitive design flows that serve user and organizational needs. Participate in design critique sessions, iterating based on feedback. Assist in preparing documentation such as user journeys, interaction maps, and feature summaries. Support the creation of user interface elements and interaction patterns, contributing to early design prototypes. Study existing research and artefacts (such as system maps, user journeys, and documentation) to streamline them further, make them more accessible, or translate them into actionable design insights. Qualification & Experience: (The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role) Essential Qualifications: A degree (or currently pursuing) in Information Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, HCI, or any other relevant digital design field. Demonstrated interest or experience in the UX design process from research and concept to wireframing and iteration Ability to identify and structure functionality for a new product through visual thinking and systems mapping. Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Miro, Adobe XD, or similar. Strong communication skills include visual documentation, storytelling, and work presentation. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work independently. Comfort with ambiguity and iterative problem-solving. Language proficiency in English; knowledge of any regional language is a plus Also, we know its tough , but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You dont have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for these roles. Dont opt yourself out just because you dont match one or two bullet points. Let us make the decision. What should you be comfortable with? (The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role) Working in a team with shared ownership of deliverables. Taking initiative and following up independently to move work forward. Communicating design intent clearly to teammates who may not come from design backgrounds. Navigating early-stage project ambiguity with a mindset of curiosity and experimentation. Willingness to have research conversations to inform design direction. The deadline to submit your application 31st May 2025 Recent projects and blog posts To acclimatize yourself with some of our work, you can read our blog posts on Medium , and also go through our LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram. Perks of working with us: There are plenty of benefits at GBL, here are some that are applicable for our interns: Remote work: unless fieldwork, a project, or a meeting requires you to be at a specific place, you can work remotely. We actively try to ensure interns receive adequate mentorship and guidance during their time at GBL and are open to considering interns for full-time roles (based on performance and organizational requirements). Hiring Process We are glad you re interested in applying for this role! After each step, we decide whether to invite you to the next one. Our process for this role has the following steps: CV screening White boarding (Case Study Interview) Final Interview Our commitment to diversity: GBL is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer traditional monetary workplace benefits such as insurance and travel allowance. We are a young and growing company making us the ideal ground for team members to experiment, take on dynamic roles, and grow with us. We focus on happiness, output, and quality of work. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process. 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