Experience Design Intern

Job Description

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones is a globally recognized provider of news and business information, delivering content to both individuals and organizations worldwide. Their reach spans multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile, and live events. With a legacy of over 130 years, Dow Jones has built a reputation for exceptional quality content, boasting one of the largest news-gathering operations globally. Their portfolio includes prominent publications and products like:

• The Wall Street Journal: America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation
• Barron’s
• MarketWatch
• Mansion Global
• Financial News
• Investor’s Business Daily
• Factiva
• Dow Jones Risk & Compliance
• Dow Jones Newswires
• OPIS
• Chemical Market Analytics

Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Experience Design Intern Role

This internship provides a unique opportunity to work within the Experience Design team at Dow Jones, focusing specifically on The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, and other related news and research products.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Experience Design team to define new user experiences across various Dow Jones platforms.
• Gain valuable insights and mentorship from a multidisciplinary team, including Product, UX Research, Editorial, and Engineering.
• Take ownership of a project or initiative that spans the duration of the internship.
• Implement design direction aligned with Dow Jones’ experience design principles.
• Effectively communicate across different teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop innovative solutions for complex experience design challenges.
• Stay current on trends, tools, and technologies within the experience design field, proactively pursuing knowledge for professional development.

Qualifications:

• Completed at least two years towards a Bachelor’s degree in User Experience (UX) Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Digital Media or Multimedia Design, Computer Science or Information Technology, or Psychology.
• Demonstrated familiarity with digital product design best practices, including usability, accessibility, and user-centered design procedures.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• A strong passion for identifying and solving problems.
• A curious and engaged mindset.
• Interest in experience design principles, including information hierarchy, user flow, and typography.

Location:

• This is a hybrid role, based in the New York City office.

Compensation:

• $25.00/hour

Application Deadline:

• November 15, 2024

Important Note:

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
• Internship dates are June 9, 2025 – August 15, 2025, and availability during this period is mandatory.