Product Design Intern (2027 Start)

Databricks
San Francisco +1 more
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

In the 12 months to 30 Jun 2026, Databricks filed 2 H-1B positions titled "Staff Product Designer". Source: U.S. Department of Labor, LCA disclosure data. A record of filings already made, not a commitment to sponsor.

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for design students who collaborate on cross-functional projects and build interactive prototypes with AI tooling.

Best fit for

  • Design students with strong interaction design and user-centered research experience
    — “excellent interaction design skills with knowledge of user-centered design methodologies and usability”
  • Candidates who can manage projects from ideation to prototype delivery
    — “Manage your project end-to-end, from discovery and ideation through final design prototype for engineering to implement from”
  • Individuals comfortable with ambiguity and collaborative problem-solving
    — “You are excited to solve ambiguous problems with a collaborative team”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a specific graduation timeline, with limited flexibility
    — “expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028”
  • The internship is a paid summer program with a fixed duration
    — “12-week paid summer internship program”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with AI tooling for prototype development in your portfolio
    — “efficiently build interactive prototypes leveraging the latest in AI tooling”
  • Demonstrate past work with data-driven design decisions and usability testing
    — “use analytical skills to make data-driven decisions (e.g. analyze product usage) and can conduct basic usability testing”
  • Emphasize your ability to simplify complex topics and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
    — “exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to make complex topics simple and clearly communicate nuance to partners”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful feature development
  • positive customer feedback
Typical background
design or human-computer interaction degree

Skills & requirements

Required

Interaction DesignUser-centered DesignUsability TestingCommunication

Preferred

AI ToolingData Analysis

Stack & domain

Product DesignInteraction DesignUser-centered Design MethodologiesUsabilityAI ToolingData AnalysisUsability TestingSemi-structured InterviewsCommunicationStorytellingCollaborationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityTechnologyAI

About the role

Original posting from Databricks

(P-1594)

At Databricks, we are passionate about helping data teams solve the world's toughest problems — from making the next mode of transportation a reality to accelerating the development of medical breakthroughs. We do this by building and running the world's best data and AI infrastructure platform so our customers can use deep data insights to improve their business.

As a Product Design Intern, you will join a team that works diligently to understand and solve our customers' most challenging problems. You will learn how to be a successful product designer at a high-growth enterprise technology company that operates at the important intersection of data and AI. You will have a dedicated mentor and will join our 2026 intern cohort where you'll connect with product managers, engineers, designers, account teams, other interns, and leaders from across the company.

This is a 12-week paid summer internship program.

The impact you will have:

Work with a cross-functional team to build features for the Databricks platform

Manage your project end-to-end, from discovery and ideation through final design prototype for engineering to implement from

Conduct research with customers to better understand their needs and improve your design 

What we look for:

Pursuing a degree in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field with an expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028

You have excellent interaction design skills with knowledge of user-centered design methodologies and usability.

You have a proven ability to efficiently build interactive prototypes leveraging the latest in AI tooling. 

You use analytical skills to make data-driven decisions (e.g. analyze product usage) and can conduct basic usability testing and semi-structured interviews.

You have exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to make complex topics simple and clearly communicate nuance to partners (engineers, customers, field, etc.) in both written and verbal form

You are excited to solve ambiguous problems with a collaborative team

Pay Range Transparency

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles.  Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticpates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.

Bellevue, Washington Hourly Rate$34—$42 USDAbout Databricks

Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Instagram.

Benefits

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance

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