Spring 2026 Undergraduate Intern, Product Design- Technology and Analytics Department

The ACLU seeks an Undergraduate Product Design intern in the Technology and Analytics Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York City. This internship will involve contributing to the design and development of digital experiences that enhance audience engagement and support the ACLU's mission.

Responsibilities:

• Create: Design and modify web features (components), from base-level elements to working prototypes, to align with the ACLU Design System and branding guidelines, across all platforms and devices
• Document: Write detailed technical specifications and documentation for Design System components, including accessibility guidelines
• Strategize: Collaborate with other ACLU Product Designers to determine strategies for componentization across ACLU.org in order to meet all use case needs and brand guidelines requirements
• Test: Participate in Quality Assurance testing for components before they are launched on ACLU.org, including testing for accessibility compliance
• Train: Support the ACLU Design Team on trainings for non-Designers focused on the importance and usage of a Design System
• Center principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work, embedding the values in program development, policy application, and organizational practices and processes

Requirements:

• Currently matriculated undergraduate students or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship
• A systems-first, problem-solving mindset with an ability to transform complex problems into scalable UX features and solutions
• Strong skills in the areas of UI design, digital interactions, and accessibility best practices
• Strong skills in Figma, particularly in the areas of componentization, variables, prototyping, and Dev Mode documentation
• Familiarity with and interest in contributing to Design Systems
• Familiarity with designing user-centered experiences for the web, across device types, from early concepts to final delivery
• Ability to create low and high-fidelity designs and user flows in Figma
• Commitment to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
• Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict
• Experience with prototyping in Figma is a plus