User Research Intern
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Full Time
Internship, Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Eye Care, Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries
Requirements
- Enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to internship and at least one additional semester following internship
- Pursuing at least a master’s level degree in Human-Computer Interaction, UI/UX Design, Psychology, or related major
- Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0
- Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g., extracurricular activities or projects)
- Authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship (F1 visa with CPT can be accommodated)
- Ability to commit to a full-time (40 hrs. per week) intern position
Responsibilities
- Assist the UX research team with preparing user studies and research sessions
- Take detailed notes during usability tests and interviews
- Help analyze and synthesize research findings to identify patterns and insights
- Support documentation and reporting of research outcomes for the design team
- Apply principles of human-computer interaction and psychology to improve user experience
- Use Airtable (database building, forms, automation)
- Use Dovetail (tagging, insights synthesis, repository organization)
- Handle basic research operations or documentation workflows (templates, SOPs, intake forms, study tracking)
- Handle structured data and help maintain controlled vocabularies/glossaries
- Support multi-team collaboration (Design, Clinical, Marketing, Compliance)
- Help maintain the UX Research repository (Dovetail) including tagging, codebook organization, and metadata cleanup
- Support development of Research Ops materials, intake forms, screener templates, SOP drafts, checklists
- Assist in building and maintaining Airtable-based participant databases and operational dashboards
- Support cross-functional research tasks with Design, Product, and Clinical teams
- Help prepare research deliverables (playback decks, summaries, & documentation packages)
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the key responsibilities for this UX Research intern role?
The intern will assist in preparing user studies, take notes during usability tests and interviews, analyze findings, support documentation, apply HCI and psychology principles, and work with tools like Airtable and Dovetail while supporting multi-team collaboration.
What preferred skills or experience are ideal for this internship?
Preferred skills include experience with Airtable, Notion, Dovetail, Qualtrics, Maze; strong organizational and documentation skills; ability to synthesize insights; comfort with research logistics; interest in regulated environments; and experience with datasets or taxonomies.
What are the minimum qualifications for this summer intern position?
Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited program.
Is this a full-time internship and what is the compensation?
This is a full-time employment type position. Compensation details such as salary or benefits are not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this UX Research intern role at Alcon?
A strong candidate is self-driven, able to work independently with minimal supervision, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, and has experience or interest in UX research tools, synthesis, and regulated healthcare environments.
Alcon
Specializes in eye care products and solutions
About Alcon
Alcon specializes in eye care products and vision solutions aimed at improving people's quality of life through better vision. Their product offerings include solutions for cataract surgery, retinal health, and contact lenses. Alcon's products work by utilizing advanced technology and research to provide effective treatments and aids for various eye conditions. What sets Alcon apart from its competitors is its strong emphasis on research and development, ensuring that they remain leaders in the eye care industry. The company's goal is to enhance vision and overall quality of life for individuals while promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Geneva, SwitzerlandHeadquarters
1945Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees