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UI/UX Design Intern

Company:
Nightwing
Location:
Sterling, VA
Posted:
December 18, 2025
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Description:

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a creative and motivated UI/UX Design Intern to join our team. This role would provide the opportunity to work on real-world projects, contribute to the design of our web and mobile applications, and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior designers to create wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for new and existing features.

Assist in the creation and execution of user research, including surveys and usability testing, to inform design decisions.

Help translate user insights and feedback into actionable design improvements.

Work closely with developers to ensure design specifications are accurately implemented.

Contribute to design reviews and discussions, providing feedback and ideas.

Help maintain design documentation, such as user personas and style guides.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in UI/UX design.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).

A portfolio demonstrating strong UI/UX design skills (school projects are acceptable).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong problem-solving skills and a user-centered mindset.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Eagerness to learn and take direction.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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