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UX Research Intern positions in the United States are available to current students and recent graduates through the J-1 Intern program category, which requires sponsorship from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Your host employer provides the work experience while a designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and monitors program compliance.
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Design @ Zuora For over 15 years, Zuora has led the way in subscription management. Our platform has evolved through multiple technology stacks and acquisitions, which means there’s incredible diversity in our application—and also a tremendous opportunity to unify and elevate our UX standards.
The Opportunity
Be our first dedicated UX researcher and make an outsized impact. You'll have the unique opportunity to establish user research practices from the ground up, uncover critical friction points through customer interviews, and deliver recommendations that will directly influence what we build next. This isn't a coffee-fetching internship—your research will shape real product decisions. Over 3 months, you'll conduct 15-20 customer interviews, perform competitive analysis, synthesize findings, and deliver a prioritized roadmap of feature improvements. You'll work closely with our Head of Product Design while having the autonomy to drive your research independently.
- Conduct in-depth customer interviews to identify friction points and unmet needs
- Analyze user behavior using Qualtrics and Amplitude to validate interview findings
- Perform competitive analysis to identify market gaps and opportunities
- Synthesize research into actionable, prioritized recommendations aligned with business goals
- Present monthly findings to product, design, and engineering stakeholders
- Deliver a comprehensive final report that influences our product roadmap
Who You Are
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program (HCI, UX Research, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or related field)
- Strong foundation in user research methodologies—you know how to conduct interviews, synthesize findings, and translate insights into recommendations
- Highly independent and self-directed—you can manage ambiguity and prioritize without constant oversight
- Excellent communicator who can present complex findings clearly to different audiences
- Analytical thinker who can balance qualitative insights with quantitative data
- Portfolio or examples of previous research work (academic or professional)
Bonus Points
- Experience with B2B SaaS products or fintech
- Familiarity with Qualtrics, Amplitude, or similar tools
- Track record of conducting remote user interviews
- Knowledge of competitive analysis frameworks
What You'll Gain
- Real impact: Your research will directly influence product decisions, not collect dust in a folder
- Ownership: Establish research practices in an organization without a dedicated research team
- Portfolio gold: Ship professional research artifacts you'll be proud to show in interviews
- Mentorship: Work directly with our Head of Product Design and cross-functional leaders
- Industry exposure: Deep dive into complex B2B fintech problems
- Network: Build relationships and get strong references for your next role
The Details
- Duration: 3 months (12 weeks)
- Compensation: $30/hour
- Work Model: Hybrid with more in-office time during the first month for onboarding, then flexible
- Start Date: May 2026 (flexible based on your availability)
- Reports to: Head of Product Design
How To Apply
Send us your resume, portfolio (or link to research samples), and a brief note about why you're interested in this role and what you hope to gain from the experience.
INTRODUCTION
Design @ Zuora For over 15 years, Zuora has led the way in subscription management. Our platform has evolved through multiple technology stacks and acquisitions, which means there’s incredible diversity in our application—and also a tremendous opportunity to unify and elevate our UX standards.
The Opportunity
Be our first dedicated UX researcher and make an outsized impact. You'll have the unique opportunity to establish user research practices from the ground up, uncover critical friction points through customer interviews, and deliver recommendations that will directly influence what we build next. This isn't a coffee-fetching internship—your research will shape real product decisions. Over 3 months, you'll conduct 15-20 customer interviews, perform competitive analysis, synthesize findings, and deliver a prioritized roadmap of feature improvements. You'll work closely with our Head of Product Design while having the autonomy to drive your research independently.
- Conduct in-depth customer interviews to identify friction points and unmet needs
- Analyze user behavior using Qualtrics and Amplitude to validate interview findings
- Perform competitive analysis to identify market gaps and opportunities
- Synthesize research into actionable, prioritized recommendations aligned with business goals
- Present monthly findings to product, design, and engineering stakeholders
- Deliver a comprehensive final report that influences our product roadmap
Who You Are
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program (HCI, UX Research, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or related field)
- Strong foundation in user research methodologies—you know how to conduct interviews, synthesize findings, and translate insights into recommendations
- Highly independent and self-directed—you can manage ambiguity and prioritize without constant oversight
- Excellent communicator who can present complex findings clearly to different audiences
- Analytical thinker who can balance qualitative insights with quantitative data
- Portfolio or examples of previous research work (academic or professional)
Bonus Points
- Experience with B2B SaaS products or fintech
- Familiarity with Qualtrics, Amplitude, or similar tools
- Track record of conducting remote user interviews
- Knowledge of competitive analysis frameworks
What You'll Gain
- Real impact: Your research will directly influence product decisions, not collect dust in a folder
- Ownership: Establish research practices in an organization without a dedicated research team
- Portfolio gold: Ship professional research artifacts you'll be proud to show in interviews
- Mentorship: Work directly with our Head of Product Design and cross-functional leaders
- Industry exposure: Deep dive into complex B2B fintech problems
- Network: Build relationships and get strong references for your next role
The Details
- Duration: 3 months (12 weeks)
- Compensation: $30/hour
- Work Model: Hybrid with more in-office time during the first month for onboarding, then flexible
- Start Date: May 2026 (flexible based on your availability)
- Reports to: Head of Product Design
How To Apply
Send us your resume, portfolio (or link to research samples), and a brief note about why you're interested in this role and what you hope to gain from the experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a UX Research Intern
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation criteria
J-1 Intern eligibility requires that your coursework or recent degree directly relates to UX research. Document how your academic training maps to user testing, usability analysis, or human-computer interaction before approaching host employers.
Confirm your host employer meets DS-2019 requirements
Your host organization must agree to a structured training plan, provide direct supervision, and cooperate with your designated sponsor's compliance checks. Ask recruiters explicitly whether they've hosted J-1 interns before and can sign a training plan.
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Draft a training plan before your sponsor application
Designated sponsors such as CIEE or Cultural Vistas require a detailed internship training plan outlining learning objectives, supervision structure, and weekly activities. Having a draft ready accelerates DS-2019 issuance and signals host employer cooperation.
Time your offer acceptance around program duration limits
The J-1 Intern category caps program length at 12 months. If your target role is a two-semester rotation spanning more than a year, negotiate the scope with your host employer before your designated sponsor finalizes enrollment.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule with your sponsor
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home country return requirement, which affects post-internship visa options including H-1B and green card pathways. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your funding source or nationality triggers this requirement.
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Find UX Research Intern JobsUX Research Intern J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to UX research internships?
The J-1 Intern category covers current post-secondary students and individuals who graduated within the past 12 months. UX Research Intern roles fit this category when the work directly relates to your field of study. If you've been working in UX research for over a year since graduation, the J-1 Trainee category may apply instead, though it requires demonstrating prior professional experience beyond your degree.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a UX research internship?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT administer the J-1 program, issue your DS-2019 form, and monitor compliance throughout your internship. The company where you do UX research is your host, responsible for your day-to-day work and for signing the training plan your designated sponsor requires.
How do I find UX research roles where the host employer is already familiar with the J-1 process?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employer roles filtered by visa-friendly experience, helping you identify host organizations that have worked with international interns before. Targeting employers already familiar with J-1 host requirements, training plan documentation, and designated sponsor coordination significantly shortens the time from offer to program enrollment.
Can I extend my J-1 internship if my UX research project isn't finished?
Extensions within the 12-month Intern category limit are possible, but they require your designated sponsor to issue an amended DS-2019 and your host employer to update the training plan. You must request this before your current DS-2019 expires. Extensions beyond 12 months are not permitted under the Intern category, so if your project requires more time, discuss a transition to a different visa status with your sponsor early.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect UX research interns?
It can, depending on your nationality and the funding source for your internship. If your host employer or academic institution receives U.S. government funding, or if your home country appears on a specific skills shortage list, you may be subject to the requirement under INA Section 212(e). This means you'd need to return home for two years before changing to certain other visa statuses. Your designated sponsor can confirm whether this applies to your specific situation.
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