Summary

The Interaction Design Intern will work closely with the Lead Interactive Media Designer as part of the Interactive Media Team to develop digital-interactive experiences for upcoming Museum exhibits. This role spans the full design cycle, from early brainstorming and user-experience planning through wireframing, high-fidelity design, and coordination with in-house software developers. The intern will contribute to digital experiences that extend beyond screens, including VR and hybrid-modality interactives, while collaborating within a multidisciplinary creative team.

Key Details

Internship for Summer 2026.

Deadline: ASAP (Posted February 6, 2026)

Eligibility

• Completion of at least three years of undergraduate coursework (summer following junior year preferred).
• Preferred majors include Interactive Media Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, User Interface Design, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, and Audition, as well as Figma.
• Strong typographic practice and visual design skills.
• Clear oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a creative team and explain design thinking to non-design colleagues.
• Portfolio demonstrating exploration, curiosity, and design process required.
• Ability and availability to work on-site.
• Availability to work approximately 25 hours per week is preferred.

Compensation

$15 per hour

About

Founded in 1925, the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is a nonprofit organization with a mission to ignite joy, wonder, and curiosity by creating powerful learning experiences for children and adults.

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