Product Designer Intern
Baraka, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
About Us:
baraka is an investment platform that enables GCC investors to make informed and strategic long-term investment decisions. From our comprehensive suite of products and cutting-edge automation tools to the expert insights and resources we provide, we are committed to supporting the next generation of GCC investors to build and manage their wealth in a way that aligns with their financial goals and values.
baraka is a member of Y Combinator's Summer 2021 cohort. Shortly after, we raised Seed funding and Series A funding from top tier VCs that have backed iconic companies like Facebook, Alibaba, Slack and many more.
We’re an ambitious team of young professionals with backgrounds at Barclays, Trade Republic and Microsoft, among others. But our real secret is hiring people who are committed to their craft, who care about their colleagues, and who share a passion for building something great. As a team, we are committed to your growth. We believe in the power of teamwork, collaboration, and having fun along the way. That's why we offer flexible work arrangements and encourage an environment where people feel comfortable taking risks and stepping outside their comfort zone.
About the role:
baraka product design interns work alongside industry leaders on projects that deliver significant impact to our product amp; users. Leveraging your knowledge while providing you with opportunities to expand your skill-set. Interns are an important part of our culture and our recruiting pipeline. Join us at Baraka for a rewarding internship experience.
What you’ll do:
- Work directly in one of our product teams, on a project in close collaboration with other designers, writers, researchers, product managers, and engineers.
- Employ a systematic process for finding and resolving hidden complexities and edge cases.
- Produce work that encompasses the distinctive look and feel of baraka’s products.
- Think through user problems, find reasonable solutions, mock them up in detail, and work with engineers to build them
Requirements
- Enrolled in a BA/BS or Masters in Computer Science, Design or similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience
- Possess a minimum GPA requirement of 4.0 on a 5.0 scale
- Previous internship experience in a fast-paced startup environment
- Passionate about UI/UX or Graphic Design
- Experience in designing screens with one of more the following software: Figma, Adobe XD, Origami, Sketch
- A portfolio of work submitted with at least one project that demonstrates your product design capabilities. To be submitted with your application, whether it’s product (UX, UI, or both) mobile, web, in-app or elsewhere
Benefits
- Opportunity to be a part of a fast-growing startup and work with industry leaders
- Opportunity to implement and grow your knowledge from the classroom with real business problems
- An opportunity for future employment for the right person
- Internship Details:
- Minimum 3 months commitment on a full-time basis
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates