UX UI Design Intern

Inside the Role

Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June.

The DTNA Design Center Team strives to become the “Global Leader in Truck Design”. We push for design excellence in all that we do and are driven by four core values: Respect, Pioneering, Tenacity & Excellence. Fostering an environment of genuine trust, inclusivity and belonging is paramount to how we operate. Our commitment to innovation and progressive design expression results in products that the customers and operators crave.

As UX UI Design Intern, you will join a high-performing design team responsible for shaping the in-cabin digital experience across DTNA’s multi-branded portfolio, including Freightliner, Western Star, and business subsidiaries. You will contribute to design projects under the guidance of senior designers, gaining hands-on experience in creating user-centered solutions for production vehicles, advanced design programs, and concept explorations.

Together we shape the future!


Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

Benefits include:

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Support the creation of user interfaces, design systems, and interaction flows for in-vehicle digital experiences on a global scale for multiple brands.
• Collaborate on user research efforts, such as interviews, surveys, and usability tests, to inform design decisions.
• Participate in cross-functional workshops and contribute to ideation sessions on the future of connected vehicle experiences.
• Assist in creating wireframes, user flows, journey maps, and high-fidelity prototypes.
• Help document design rationale and provide clear, annotated handoff assets for engineering and development teams.
• Contribute to user personas, sitemaps, and other design deliverables.
  Stay updated with UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June) 
• Degree focus in UX, Interaction Design, Product Design, Visual Design, or related field preferred
• A portfolio (academic, internship, or personal projects) that demonstrates strong visual and interaction design skills, curiosity, and problem-solving ability.
• Basic knowledge of user-centered design principles, design thinking, and willingness to grow into HMI/UX methods and processes.
• Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma (or similar).
• Internship or project experience in automotive, mobility, or digital product design preferred
• Ability to prepare clear, developer-ready design assets and specifications, ensuring smooth handoff and accurate implementation.
• Understanding of accessibility standards or inclusive design methodologies preferred
• Hands-on experience with prototyping tools or real-time engines (e.g., Kanzi, Unreal, Unity) preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Curiosity, openness to feedback, and eagerness to grow as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment 

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- 

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