Product Design Internship (Summer 2026)

Job Description

About the Job: Product Design Internship (Summer 2026)

Our Mission: Igniting Human Connection

At Tinder, we believe few experiences are as exhilarating as meeting someone new. Our mission is to keep the magic of human connection alive in an increasingly digital world. With an expansive reach—tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, over 2 billion swipes per day, and 20+ million matches daily across 190+ countries—our impact is immense and constantly growing.

We are a team dedicated to solving profoundly complex problems. Beyond the apparent simplicity of every match, we delve deeply into critical areas such as human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, advanced AI and Machine Learning, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, and sex. We foster an environment where deep thinking meets innovative solutions, creating meaningful connections worldwide.

Program Duration

This immersive internship program is scheduled to run from June 1 through August 28, 2026.

Where You’ll Work

This is a hybrid role designed for collaborative in-office engagement. Interns will be required to work from our offices in either San Francisco or New York three times per week, fostering a dynamic and interactive work environment.

What You’ll Do: Drive Impact Through Design

• Actively collaborate with experienced product designers on new product development initiatives, seeing your innovative ideas directly reflected in a global brand impacting millions.
• Create impactful UX designs, prototypes, and UI mockups, including detailed wireframes, intuitive flowcharts, and polished components, bringing concepts to life.
• Participate in dynamic product design sprints, actively co-creating solutions alongside cross-functional partners from Engineering, Product Management, Marketing, and Data Science.
• Contribute to essential user research and usability testing efforts, leveraging insights to inform crucial design decisions and shape overarching product strategy.
• Help design and evolve components for Tinder’s comprehensive design system, and actively experiment with cutting-edge new design patterns.
• Brainstorm and ideate innovative product experiences that powerfully embody and bring to life Tinder’s core mission and values.
• Present your design work confidently for constructive feedback in design critiques and cross-functional reviews, honing your presentation and communication skills.

What We’re Looking For: Your Profile

• Currently enrolled in a university/college program, pursuing a degree in Design, Product Design, UX, or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
• Demonstrated experience in product design, UI design, and/or UX design through coursework, personal projects, or previous internships.
• Strong product instincts and advanced UX skills, capable of translating complex problems into intuitive and delightful user experiences.
• Excellent command of visual design principles, layout, and typography skills, ensuring aesthetic quality and clarity.
• A keen eye for simplicity and visual harmony, creating clean and engaging interfaces.
• Detail-oriented and adept at managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with essential design software, including Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and various prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Protopie, Adobe XD, Invision, or Principle).
• A deep curiosity about how design decisions impact user behavior and business outcomes, driven by data and user insights.
• Comfort working effectively in ambiguity and iterating quickly, adapting to evolving project requirements.
• An eager desire to learn from feedback and thrive in a diverse, global team environment.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Tinder, we don’t just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here: https://www.lifeattinder.com/dei

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner directly.

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