UX Intern

Job Description

Job Description

UXApplied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is currently searching for a UX Intern to join our insurance software Product Management team. You will work with our UX team to evaluate, design, and improve our users’ experience across our suite of products. You will be responsible for researching UX best practices, and providing examples from other websites and applications to support the design process. You will learn to provide critiques and feedback on designs from the UX team.

GAIN VALUABLE WORK EXPERIENCE

• Help bring product ideas to life for our clients
• Learn how a global software company designs and develops software in an Agile environment
• Build your resume for your future career in UX, software development, or product management
• Display your talents and earn an interview or potentially even offer for a full-time opportunity

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS INTERNSHIP

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, or related field
• Must be enrolled full-time at the college/university level for the Fall 2020 semester
• Educational exposure to one or more of the following:
  • Balsamiq or Figma design tools
  • Photoshop/Illustrator
  • HTML/CSS
  • JavaScript
• Experience in graphic design or building web applications preferred but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to create compelling user experiences
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday
  • Roles run from May to August
  • This internship is based in our Lincoln, NE or University Park, IL office, therefore interested applicants must reside in the Lincoln or Chicagoland area
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

WHO WE ARE

• LEADING GLOBAL PROVIDER OF CLOUD-BASED INSURANCE SOFTWARE- Applied Systems develops the top two Insurance Agency/Broker Management software products in the world. In addition, we also provide innovative mobile apps, Data Analytics, Customer Self-Service, Insurer Connectivity & Rating, eServicing, Benefits Design, and CRM software products. By automating the insurance lifecycle, Applied’s people and products enable millions of people around the world to safeguard and protect what matters most.
• CLOUD SOLUTIONS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES- We offer cloud solutions, implementation and education services, 24x7 technical support, and consulting services that are built specifically for our clients.
• AWARD WINNING TECHNOLOGY- We have been voted the 2019 Best Cloud-Based Software Solutions Provider in the insurance industry (2019 Corporate Excellence Awards), the 2019 Digital Service Provider of the Year (Corporate Insider) and are ranked #56 in the Cloud Top 500 report for the largest cloud application vendors in the world (Apps That Run the World).
• GOOGLE’S INVESTMENT IN APPLIED- Google/CapitalG made a minority investment in Applied that will spur AI, machine learning, and digital marketing innovation in the global insurance industry.
• CLIENTS- We provide technology to over 160k users within insurance agencies, brokerages, and carriers throughout the US, Canada, the UK, and Ireland.
• EMPLOYEES- Applied currently has 1,700+ employees across the US, Canada, the UK, and Ireland.

COMPANY CULTURE & PERKS

• JOIN A GREAT TEAM- We believe that success comes from a dynamic working environment that offers professionals an opportunity to grow and succeed alongside extraordinary people. We encourage idea sharing, problem solving, and teamwork in our environment.
• RELAXED DRESS CODE- Applied allows for a relaxed dress code where jeans are permitted; we call this “Dress for your Day”!
• FUN PARTIES & PERKS- Fun perks are a staple at Applied, including holiday parties with games and contests, summer celebrations employee appreciation events, art contests, employee discount programs, free bagel and fruit on Tuesdays, and more!
• OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT- We are a growing company that offers career opportunities, and not just “another job”. Applied believes in growing our employees and promoting from within, offering many opportunities for professional advancement along the way!
• CAREER STABILITY & LONGEVITY- Our average employee tenure is 14 years!
• APPLIED CARES- We have a culture that embraces and promotes volunteerism. Applied encourages our employees to help local charities and communities through the ‘Applied Cares’ program

TO LEARN MORE

• Please visit AppliedSystems.com

Applied Systems welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.