Product Design IEFP Internship

The DEUS Initiative We're a team of curious minds who believe technology should serve people. Our mission is to unlock the potential of AI for humanity through solutions that are not just innovative, but also ethical and impactful. We're driven by a desire to simply make things better. Our name is inspired by deus ex machina, not because we think we're gods, but because we design AI that steps in to support, solve, and serve. DEUS also stands for what we do best:Data | Engineering | User Experience | Strategy With offices in Amsterdam, Porto, and A Coruña, we collaborate on international projects that challenge us to think deeply, build with care, and design for human good. Will you be part of what comes next? About You This role is a great fit if you:Meet the eligibility criteria established by the IEFP. Multilingual abilities — excellent English is a must, but other languages are always a plus. Are passionate about solving complex problems through design and technology. Enjoy planning and conducting research, including qualitative user research and market analysis. Have some experience designing user flows and interactions for complex digital products. Are skilled in creating both low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes for products and services. Have an eye for crafting visually engaging interaction and communication elements. Are familiar with user testing and proposition validation methodologies. Can create customer experience journeys, identify pain points and opportunities, develop personas, and design Future Service Blueprints. Enjoy supporting and facilitating design workshops in various formats and timeframes (e.g., Design Sprints, Design Thinking sessions, Ideation workshops, Value Proposition design, etc.). Bonus points if you have:Background or curiosity in AI and emerging technologies. UX copywriting, system design, or client training experience. What You'll Be Doing Collaborating on exciting and challenging projects with some of our biggest clients across different industries (government, banking, pharmaceutical, energy). Research, analyze, and translate user and business needs into actionable insights. Create customer journeys, personas, blueprints, and opportunity maps to shape strategy and scope. Design and prototype products and services that are elegant, efficient, and user-centered. Plan and facilitate collaborative workshops with clients and stakeholders. Conduct user testing and validation, turning findings into clear recommendations. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams (data, engineering, strategy) to ensure solutions are desirable, viable, and feasible. (…and there's always space to explore what excites you.) What You'll Experience Community: Join a friendly multicultural team that loves to connect, through regular social events, activities, and our yearly company retreat, Pantheon. Flexibility: We encourage a hybrid setup, but there are no mandatory office days. You decide when to come in and how to manage your time. Growth: We support your development with a €1000 annual learning budget, dedicated mentorship, and a clear growth framework. We do annual reviews to recognize your growth and make sure your salary reflects it. Well-being: Benefit from health insurance, flexible benefits, extra vacation days with tenure, and regular check-ins to support your well-being. Purpose: Drive real impact and take ownership of meaningful projects with global clients. A Place Where You Belong At DEUS, we are deeply committed to building an environment where you can truly be your authentic self. We celebrate diversity in every dimension, fostering an atmosphere where every individual feels valued and respected. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. We maintain a clear 'no assholes' policy, applying to both our team and our clients, ensuring a respectful and positive dynamic for all. We're committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. So please let us know how we can best support you on the application form. Submit Your Application You have successfully applied You have errors in applying Apply With Resume * First Name* Middle Name Last Name* Email* Mobile Phone Social Network and Web Links Provide us with links to see some of your work (Git/ Dribble/ Behance/ Pinterest/ Blog/ Medium) + Employer Add Employer Education Add Education Eligibility Criteria for IEFP Internship Are you currently registered with IEFP as unemployed, or are you planning to resign from your current job to register?* Choose- Yes No Are you within the eligible age range (35 or under)?* Choose- Yes No What is your highest academic qualification under the National Qualifications Framework (QNQ)?* Choose- Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Have you previously completed a state-funded professional internship in the same field or qualification level?* Choose- Yes No If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, do any of the following apply?* Choose- I have obtained a higher qualification since the previous internship The new internship is in a different field At least 12 months have passed since completing the previous internship No Expertise and Insights In what ways do you think AI could support the Design team in improving its processes and workflows?* Portfolio Attach a file < 15 MB