Starburst is the data platform for analytics, applications, and AI, unifying data across clouds and on-premises to accelerate AI innovation. Organizations—from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in 60+ countries—rely on Starburst for fast data access, seamless collaboration, and enterprise-grade governance on an open hybrid data lakehouse. Wherever data lives, Starburst unlocks its full potential, powering data and AI from development to deployment. By future-proofing data architecture, Starburst helps businesses fuel innovation with AI.
Are you a skilled designer and research enthusiast pursuing a future in user experience? The UX team at Starburst Data is seeking a summer intern to help make an impact in the lives of our customers through customer research, user data, and iterative prototyping to deliver delightful designs. You will apply your education and refine your design and research skills with hands-on experience.
Throughout your internship, you’ll partner with and be mentored by the UX design and research team, and work closely with the product management, engineering, and documentation teams. We expect that you’ll complete the internship with a quality piece you can showcase in your portfolio.
This paid internship will span 10 weeks in Summer 2026 from June 1st, - August 28th.
Core responsibilities:- Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and technical writers.
- Design and run usability studies and surveys.
- Translate requirements into user journeys, wireframes, and prototypes.
- Interpret user feedback and provide recommendations to direct design decisions.
- Currently pursuing or recent graduate of a diploma/degree in User Experience, User Experience Research, HCI, certificate program, or related field.
- A portfolio of recent work.
- Experience applying user-centered design methodologies.
- Experience applying evaluative user research methodologies.
- Experience with testing and survey tools.
- Experience with design and prototyping tools.
- The ability to work independently in a remote capacity, as well as within a team environment.
Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates across all U.S. locations and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All employees receive equity packages (ISOs) and have access to a comprehensive benefits offering. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.
All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.
Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.
We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.
Starburst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
or local laws.
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