User Experience Research Intern (Summer 2027)

About the Role

Love’s Experience Design team is seeking a student for a summer internship focused on User Experience (UX) Research. You will collaborate on research initiatives for an in-house mobile app and other projects, gaining exposure to all stages of the research process—from study design to presenting results—using various research methods. This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence in Oklahoma City during the internship.

Responsibilities

• Learn the technologies, strategies, and research techniques used at Love’s.
• Assist with research, including usability testing, interviews, and eye tracking.
• Develop research plans, guides, and study setups.
• Analyze and interpret data, report results, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Experience You’ll Gain

• Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Data analysis, synthesis, and presentation of findings.
• Agile methodology and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Interaction and coordination with participants, customers, and stakeholders.
• Designing solutions to improve User Experience.
• Quality Assurance (QA) and documentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in a four-year university program at the sophomore level or above, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as Psychology, HCI, Design, Cognitive Science, or Computer Science.
• Past internship experience is a plus but not necessary.
• A portfolio of past work (research or design) is a plus.

Skills

Hard Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of research methods and principles is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Good organizational skills, including prioritization and time management.
• Ability to work as a team player in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and creative thinking; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in gaining experience with UX Research and UX processes.

Physical Demands

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, and stooping.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision.