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User Experience UX roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human-computer interaction, information architecture, or cognitive psychology. Tech, finance, and healthcare employers file H-1B petitions for UX roles regularly, and the annual 85,000-slot cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Amazon internships across all seasons are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work in office, Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Students should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day.
Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all UX Designer Intern roles at all locations we hire for in the United States including but not limited to: Greater Seattle Area (Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond), Greater Bay Area (San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara), Greater DMV (DC, MD, VA), Austin (TX), New York City (NY), Minneapolis (MN).
You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
Start dates for our internships in this posting include the following periods:
- Fall (Starts August/September 2026)
As a UX Design intern you will contribute to product vision and collaborate with a team that defines and designs user interfaces, systems, and interaction, visual, motion, and voice design patterns. You must be proactive, creative, flexible, resilient, and able to handle high levels of ambiguity.
Key job responsibilities
As a UX Design intern you will/may:
- Design thoughtful, beautiful, and useful software user interfaces and experiences in a team environment.
- Create user-centered designs by considering market analysis, customer feedback, site metrics, and usability findings.
- Use business requirements, user and market research to assist in developing scenarios, use cases, and high-level requirements.
- Design the UI architecture, interface, and interaction flow of applications and experiences.
- Develop conceptual diagrams, wireframes, visual mockups, click-throughs, and prototypes.
- Develop and maintain detailed user-interface specifications and design patterns.
- Work with program managers to plan projects for effective delivery while maintaining high standards for design.
- Be a passionate and effective advocate for design with non-design audiences.
- Write effectively to communicate design rationales and benefits to Amazon customers.
A day in the life
Our internship program provides hands-on learning and building experiences for students who are interested in a career in UX Design. In addition to working on an impactful project, you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development, expand your network, and participate in fun activities with other interns throughout the summer. No matter the location of your internship, we give you the tools to own your internship and learn in a real-world setting.
Design at Amazon has been growing steadily in reach and impact—from devices to fashion, delivery logistics to search and streaming video, from voice and sound to physical retail, and more—all while creating and cultivating experiences that touch Amazon customers everywhere, every day. Amazon design teams include every flavor of UI, UX, visual, motion, illustration, brand, and marketing design roles—as well as design technologists, researchers, writers, and more. Check out https://amazon.design/, and come build the future with us.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are enrolled in a academic program that is physically located in the United States
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Experience working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality design solutions
- Have at least two creative materials for Amazon to review (they can be in any format, i.e. website, PDF, slide deck)
- Experience in a variety of design, wire-framing, and prototyping tools
- Currently working towards a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Design, Human-Centered Interaction, Statistics, Psychology, Computer Science, or other equivalent discipline, with an expected conferral date between April 2027 – December 2029.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with consumer brands and experience design, and a passion for storytelling
- Experience working in a collaborative multi-disciplinary team and working directly with developers for implementation of designs
- Experience with visual design demonstrated through mockups and style guides
- Knowledge of mobile and web design patterns and accessibility standards
- Ability to proficiently present design solutions to stakeholders in design, product management, and engineering
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Creative Materials Guidance:
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Show your thinking: Include at least two projects indicating the problem you were trying to solve, your design process, early design iterations, the final implemented design. We want to see your approach.
-
Pay attention to detail: A submission is a visual story-telling (beginning, middle, and end). Have a clear visual hierarchy, consistent spacing and alignment, and show your intention behind your decision.
-
Be customer-centric: Explain who your customer is, their unmet needs, how you validated or invalidated your assumptions about your customer, and how your design addresses their needs.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $81,000.00 - $141,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon internships across all seasons are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work in office, Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Students should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day.
Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all UX Designer Intern roles at all locations we hire for in the United States including but not limited to: Greater Seattle Area (Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond), Greater Bay Area (San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara), Greater DMV (DC, MD, VA), Austin (TX), New York City (NY), Minneapolis (MN).
You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
Start dates for our internships in this posting include the following periods:
- Fall (Starts August/September 2026)
As a UX Design intern you will contribute to product vision and collaborate with a team that defines and designs user interfaces, systems, and interaction, visual, motion, and voice design patterns. You must be proactive, creative, flexible, resilient, and able to handle high levels of ambiguity.
Key job responsibilities
As a UX Design intern you will/may:
- Design thoughtful, beautiful, and useful software user interfaces and experiences in a team environment.
- Create user-centered designs by considering market analysis, customer feedback, site metrics, and usability findings.
- Use business requirements, user and market research to assist in developing scenarios, use cases, and high-level requirements.
- Design the UI architecture, interface, and interaction flow of applications and experiences.
- Develop conceptual diagrams, wireframes, visual mockups, click-throughs, and prototypes.
- Develop and maintain detailed user-interface specifications and design patterns.
- Work with program managers to plan projects for effective delivery while maintaining high standards for design.
- Be a passionate and effective advocate for design with non-design audiences.
- Write effectively to communicate design rationales and benefits to Amazon customers.
A day in the life
Our internship program provides hands-on learning and building experiences for students who are interested in a career in UX Design. In addition to working on an impactful project, you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development, expand your network, and participate in fun activities with other interns throughout the summer. No matter the location of your internship, we give you the tools to own your internship and learn in a real-world setting.
Design at Amazon has been growing steadily in reach and impact—from devices to fashion, delivery logistics to search and streaming video, from voice and sound to physical retail, and more—all while creating and cultivating experiences that touch Amazon customers everywhere, every day. Amazon design teams include every flavor of UI, UX, visual, motion, illustration, brand, and marketing design roles—as well as design technologists, researchers, writers, and more. Check out https://amazon.design/, and come build the future with us.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are enrolled in a academic program that is physically located in the United States
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Experience working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality design solutions
- Have at least two creative materials for Amazon to review (they can be in any format, i.e. website, PDF, slide deck)
- Experience in a variety of design, wire-framing, and prototyping tools
- Currently working towards a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Design, Human-Centered Interaction, Statistics, Psychology, Computer Science, or other equivalent discipline, with an expected conferral date between April 2027 – December 2029.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with consumer brands and experience design, and a passion for storytelling
- Experience working in a collaborative multi-disciplinary team and working directly with developers for implementation of designs
- Experience with visual design demonstrated through mockups and style guides
- Knowledge of mobile and web design patterns and accessibility standards
- Ability to proficiently present design solutions to stakeholders in design, product management, and engineering
-
Creative Materials Guidance:
-
Show your thinking: Include at least two projects indicating the problem you were trying to solve, your design process, early design iterations, the final implemented design. We want to see your approach.
-
Pay attention to detail: A submission is a visual story-telling (beginning, middle, and end). Have a clear visual hierarchy, consistent spacing and alignment, and show your intention behind your decision.
-
Be customer-centric: Explain who your customer is, their unmet needs, how you validated or invalidated your assumptions about your customer, and how your design addresses their needs.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $81,000.00 - $141,700.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in User Experience UX
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes UX petitions where the degree field isn't an obvious match. A portfolio alone won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement. Document how your degree in HCI, psychology, or a related field directly underpins the UX methods your role uses.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for UX or design roles. Employers with a DOL filing track record have already navigated the process, which means fewer delays and fewer employer-side surprises after your offer.
Verify the job title on the LCA
Your employer files an LCA listing a specific job title and wage level with DOL. Make sure the title on the LCA matches how your role is actually described internally. A mismatch between your offer letter and the LCA title can trigger an RFE during USCIS adjudication.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your specific job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary. The LCA must certify that your wage meets the prevailing wage for that occupation and geography. A below-prevailing offer forces the employer to adjust or withdraw.
Use O*NET to strengthen your specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for UX designers documents the educational requirements and core competencies adjudicators reference. Print the relevant O*NET data and ask your employer to include it in the I-129 support letter to preempt specialty occupation RFEs.
File premium processing if your start date is tight
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days. If you're starting a new UX role within a few months of the October 1 cap date, ask your employer to upgrade to premium processing to avoid gaps between your start date and approval.
H-1B Visa User Experience UX: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a UX role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, but the petition needs to show that the specific UX position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Roles focused on user research, interaction design, or information architecture typically qualify when the employer's job description specifies a degree in HCI, cognitive psychology, computer science, or a comparable discipline. Generalist design roles with loose degree requirements face higher RFE rates.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for UX professionals most often?
Technology companies file the largest volume of H-1B LCAs for UX roles, but financial services, healthcare technology, and enterprise software firms also sponsor regularly. UX roles embedded in product teams at companies that already run large H-1B programs tend to move faster because the employer's legal and HR teams are already familiar with the filing process. You can browse employers with active UX LCA history on Migrate Mate.
Can I switch UX jobs while on an H-1B without losing my status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can change employers after your H-1B has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. UX roles typically fall under the same SOC codes, so portability usually applies, but your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your first day.
What documentation should I gather before a UX employer sponsors my H-1B?
Prepare your degree transcripts and diplomas, a detailed CV showing UX-specific responsibilities rather than general design work, and any professional certifications in HCI or usability. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization showing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Your employer's attorney will use these to build the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my UX job search timeline?
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March each year for the following October 1 cap date. If you're selected in the lottery, your employer has until June 30 to file the full petition. This means UX roles that require cap-subject H-1B sponsorship typically need to be secured by February or March. Some UX employers are cap-exempt, such as universities and affiliated nonprofits, which allows filing at any time without waiting for the lottery.