ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
Are you curious about how human behavior intersects with digital environments? Do you have a keen eye for crafting complex graphical user interfaces? We are looking for you! Swift’s global User Experience team is in search of an eager, curious, people-oriented student with a curiosity about crafting intuitive, aesthetic experiences for all.
The US-based UX team is energetic, innovative, and values making impact. You can expect to make a significant contribution to how we work through a comprehensive experience that includes all facets of the design thinking process. You will also have front-row access to the design-to-development process for a premier Swift product.
Based in Manassas, VA or Tysons, VA, you will be part of Swift’s 10-week internship. During your internship, you will work alongside a mentor and with a team who can help you develop your business sense.
At this time, Swift is not able to offer relocation or housing to interns.
Program Highlights:
- Robust, real-world projects
- Professional Development and Networking Opportunities
- Ten Week program, June 2nd — August 8th
- Hourly rate: $33.00
Qualifications:
- Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
- Be a rising junior or senior.
Major: Computer Science or Computer Programming, Information Technology, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI/HCD), Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Psychology, Cognitive Science
What You’ll Do
- Lead user research, prototyping, testing, and implementation of a web or mobile experience for internal partners (that you will showcase at the end of the summer).
- Support a user research campaign passionate about improving inefficiencies.
- Practice advocating for Design Thinking within the product development process.
- Help build wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs for various projects, following design guidelines and standard processes.
- Work closely with UX designers, product managers, and developers to contribute to brainstorming sessions and design critiques.
What will make you successful?
- Design portfolio –
- showcasing a variety of projects that demonstrate your design process; to include research, wireframes, prototypes, and final designs.
- Case studies highlighting a few projects with detailed explanations of your thought process, challenges faced, and how you arrived at solutions.
- Foundational knowledge in UX concepts and Design Thinking.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Axure, or Sketch.
- Understanding of varying research techniques (surveys, interviews, usability testing) and how to apply them effectively.
- Willingness to work with others, share feedback, and engage in discussions about design.
- Approach problems analytically and creatively; demonstrating how you can identify user needs and come up with innovative solutions.
- Be open to feedback and willing to iterate on your designs based on user testing and team input.
- Show passion for understanding users and advocating for their needs in the design process.
- Exhibit a genuine curiosity about learning about different aspects of UX, including psychology, design and technology.
What we offer
We put you in control of career
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We help you make a difference
We give you the freedom to be yourself
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Top Skills
What We Do
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services.
We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identification, analysis and regulatory compliance.
Our messaging platform, products and services connect more than 11,000 banking and securities organisations, market infrastructures and corporate customers in more than 200 countries and territories.
SWIFT also brings the financial community together – at global, regional and local levels – to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest or concern.
For more information, visit www.swift.com or follow us on Twitter: @swiftcommunity
