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KivaProduct Design Intern
Kiva is an international nonprofit established in 2005 with the goal of expanding financial access and supporting underserved populations through crowdfunded loans. The organization operates with…
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Kiva is an international nonprofit established in 2005 with the goal of expanding financial access and supporting underserved populations through crowdfunded loans. The organization operates with a global workforce and team hubs in several cities. Kiva is currently seeking a Product Design Intern to join its Design Team and report directly to the Principal Product Designer. This role provides an opportunity to work collaboratively alongside engineering and product management teams.…
Job Description
Kiva is an international nonprofit established in 2005 with the goal of expanding financial access and supporting underserved populations through crowdfunded loans. The organization operates with a global workforce and team hubs in several cities. Kiva is currently seeking a Product Design Intern to join its Design Team and report directly to the Principal Product Designer.
This role provides an opportunity to work collaboratively alongside engineering and product management teams. The internship suits individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in user experience design, systems thinking, and UX writing while contributing to digital products that impact millions globally. The position involves designing features, participating in user research, and building interactive prototypes.
Please note that this is a United States-based, remote volunteer internship that requires working 24 to 32 hours per week over a six-month term from January 12, 2027, to June 30, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Principal Researcher on a minimum of one research project involving surveys, usability tests, and user interviews to inform product decisions.
- Work alongside a cross-functional product management and engineering team to design and deploy at least one live feature tested on Kiva.org.
- Develop interactive prototypes using Figma to test concepts and communicate ideas to the team.
- Contribute to the organization's design system by creating and shipping at least one new component or primitive.
- Present design work during weekly critiques to explain decisions and exchange feedback with both design and non-design peers.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age by January 12, 2027.
- Able to commit to a part-time schedule of 24 to 32 hours per week for the full six-month term spanning January 12, 2027, to June 30, 2027.
- Authorized to work permanently and full-time in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Comfortable operating on macOS.
- Proficient in standard design software including Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma.
Qualifications
- Strong UX writing skills to craft clear, concise, and brand-aligned text.
- Demonstrated ability in systems thinking to identify patterns and build reusable components.
- Strong visual and interaction design capabilities with attention to detail for intuitive interfaces.
- Experience using AI design tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Figma Make for prototyping and exploration.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to manage projects to completion, meet deadlines, and articulate design reasoning.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Receive a modest pre-tax monthly stipend of $800 to help offset expenses.
- Access to professional development and skills workshops.
- Networking access through the Kiva Fellowship and Internship Alumni network.
- Optional involvement in social activities and Employee Resource Groups.
- Professional references provided for successful participants.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a United States-based, remote position.
What is the compensation or salary for this internship?
While it is a volunteer position, Kiva provides a modest pre-tax stipend of $800 a month to help offset expenses.
What are the working hours and duration of the internship?
The internship requires a part-time commitment of 24 to 32 hours per week, running from January 12, 2027, through June 30, 2027.
Does Kiva offer visa sponsorship for this role?
No, applicants must have permanent, full-time work authorization in the United States, as visa sponsorship is not available.
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