Interaction Design Internship

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

GE Appliances is looking for Interaction Design interns for home appliance products. These are year-long internships at GE Appliance’s design studio located in Louisville, KY. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the product design process in a manufacturing environment, providing valuable work experience by improving your skills & knowledge base in Industrial & Interaction design.

Position

Interaction Design Internship

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Essential Responsibilities

• Learn how to communicate your concepts through presentations, design specifications, and prototypes.
• Work on a variety of product lines and learn how to design brand centric products.
• Use sustainable and universal design principles to develop new forward-thinking product.
• Collaborate with others in the design process including engineering, usability, marketing, and suppliers.
• Relocation & housing assistance:  Yes

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be enrolled full-time at an accredited school or university pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related design program
• Undergraduate or Graduate student with a 3.2 GPA or higher

• Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas using verbal, written and visualization tools to present complex ideas in an easy to understand way
• Story-boarding, mapping & wireframing experience in Figma, sketch or Adobe Suite
• Time-based & Interactive media design experience with Prototyping tools

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and mobile application design & development
• Great visual design, multi-media design and hardware development experiences are pluses
• Must be willing and able to relocate to Louisville, KY for the year duration of the internship

Our Culture

At GE Appliances, creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences.  We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances. We believe a diverse workplace, where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves, fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams. Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best, every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners, innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve. We encourage and support the ideas, aspirations, and the wellbeing of everyone - our employees and our communities

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com