Digital Product Design Intern

Location: Novi, MI, USA; Medina, MN, USA

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to Think Outside.

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

About

As a Digital Product Design Intern, you will support the design and development of digital experiences across Polaris products. This includes in-vehicle displays, companion mobile applications, and web experiences. You will work closely with product designers, engineers, researchers, and product owners. The role involves participation in user testing and rider research to help ensure our digital products are intuitive, usable, and built for real riders in real environments.

This internship is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in end-to-end digital product design, from early concepts and wireframes through testing, iteration, and handoff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the design of vehicle display interfaces, including infotainment, controls, and system UI.

Opportunities to assist with design work for mobile apps and web experiences that complement vehicle systems.

Create wireframes, user flows, interaction concepts, and high-fidelity UI designs.

Help maintain and apply design systems, components, and UI standards.

Prepare design assets, specs, and documentation for engineering handoff.

Participate and organize usability tests, user interviews, and rider testing research events.

Assist with research synthesis, insights, and design recommendations.

Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and researchers in design reviews and critiques.

Iterate on designs based on feedback, testing results, and technical constraints.

Support general design tasks like: asset creation, file organization, and design updates.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION

Currently pursuing a BS/BA in Digital Product Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Industrial Design, HCI, or a related field.

Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.

Understanding of UX principles, usability, and interaction design.

Strong visual design sensibility with attention to detail.

Ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches, wireframes, and prototypes.

Interest in user-centered design and research-driven decision making.

Comfortable working in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Experience with user testing and feedback preferred.

Powersports, automotive, or outdoor recreation interest is a plus, but not required.

PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENT

A portfolio is required as part of the application.

Portfolio may include school projects, personal projects, or internship work.

Should demonstrate

UX and UI thinking, not just final visuals

Examples of wireframes, user flows, interaction design, or prototypes

Ability to explain design decisions and problem-solving approach

Case studies do not need to be polished or production-ready, clarity of thinking matters more than perfection.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Team-based, collaborative, fast-paced office or studio environment.

Combination of desk work and occasional participation in user or rider testing sessions.

May involve observing or participating in vehicle or field testing environments.

QUALIFICATIONS

18 years of age or older

Legal authorization to work in the United States

Successful completion of pre-employment background checks (if applicable)

Locations could include: Medina, MN; Novi, MI. Must be open and willing to relocate.

The salary range for this position is $19.50 to $30.75 per hour. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Important Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $19.50 to $30.75 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime.  Individual pay and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.  While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to Think Outside.  Apply today!

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more tha