UX Design Intern

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Team Overview

At Equinix, we’re building the digital infrastructure that powers the world. The Experience Design (EXD) Team focuses on creating intuitive, scalable, and human-centered experiences that support our global business, customers, and partners.

The UX Design Intern will join a cross-functional EXD team supporting Data Center Operations , helping uplevel internal technology experiences. This includes supporting efforts to move toward a more unified experience for operational and security users.

As a UX Intern, you’ll work closely with experienced UX designers and collaborate with researchers, product managers, and engineers. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to enterprise UX design, user research, and prototyping within a complex, mission-critical environment.

This role is ideal for students looking to build strong foundational UX skills while contributing to real-world systems used globally.

What You Can Expect (Responsibilities & Tasks)

• Support UX research, including usability testing and insight synthesis

• Create wireframes, mockups, and basic prototypes

• Assist with AI-assisted prototyping tools (e.g., Claude)

• Contribute to improving internal platforms for Data Center Operations

• Support work on the Jarvis Security Console and single-platform experience efforts

• Assist with information architecture and design system consistency

• Collaborate with UX designers and cross-functional partners

• Participate in design reviews and prepare assets for handoff

Why Join Equinix?

We pride ourselves on our Global Internship Program , an immersive experience designed to kick-start your career and set you up for long-term success.

You will:

• Work on real business challenges
  Contribute to projects that directly support Equinix’s global operations and technology platforms.

• Be supported throughout your journey
  Receive mentorship from your manager, UX subject matter experts, an assigned buddy, and a formal intern mentor.

• Participate in curated learning experiences
  Engage with senior leaders, participate in professional workshops, and build global connections.

• Gain global recognition
  Present your work through Equinix’s Global Ideas Competition (“Shark Tank”) to a worldwide audience.

Who You Are (Requirements & Qualifications)

Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, in your penultimate year of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program

• Majoring in User Experience Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Graphic Design, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field

• Expected graduation between December 2026 – September 2027

• Available to work full-time for the duration of the summer internship (June–August, depending on school schedule)

• Foundational understanding of UX and user-centered design principles

• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure , or similar

• Strong written and verbal communication skills (business proficiency in English)

• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented, curious, and eager to learn

Preferred

• Coursework or project experience in UX research or usability testing

• Experience creating wireframes or prototypes for academic or personal projects

• Exposure to complex or enterprise systems

• Familiarity with design systems or component libraries

• Interest or experience using AI-assisted design or prototyping tools

• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS

• Familiarity with analytics or user behavior tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Amplitude)

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

• An up-to-date resume that includes:

• Internship availability (start and end dates)

• Expected graduation date

Please apply only if you are available to work full-time for the entire duration of the internship program in the location posted.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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