Product Design Intern at Nextdoor in Dallas, TX

Summary: Nextdoor is the essential neighborhood network that connects neighbors, public agencies, and businesses around local information. As a Product Design Intern, you will contribute to the design of digital products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences through wireframes, prototypes, and user research. Responsibilities: - Assist in designing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web and mobile applications - Participate in user research sessions and translate insights into actionable design improvements - Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and other designers to iterate and refine designs - Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to enhance the user experience - Support the design team in maintaining and evolving our design system - Contribute to brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for new product features - Participate in in-person Nextdoor events such as trainings, off-sites, volunteer days, and team building exercises - Build in-person relationships with team members and contribute to Nextdoor’s company culture Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing an education in a design, human-computer interaction, or a related field; graduating between Fall 2026 through Summer 2027 - Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD - Strong attention to detail and the ability to create visually compelling designs - A passion for solving user problems and enhancing user experiences - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset - Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment - Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously - A strong alignment with Nextdoor's mission and purpose - Eagerness to explore and apply AI and emerging technologies to reimagine how work gets done Required Skills: Figma, Adobe XD, User research Important Skills: Human-computer interaction Nice-to-Have Skills: AI technologies, Independent work Benefits: Housing stipend so you can spend your summer with us in Dallas, Access to benefits (including mental health benefits, commuter benefits, wellness benefits, etc), Stocked micro-kitchens and lunches at our offices, Team events and socials, Global volunteer opportunities, Ability to join any of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)