Interaction Design for IoT Virtual Internship
In this advanced virtual internship, students will learn to design seamless and intuitive user experiences for internet-connected devices and smart products. Through a series of hands-on projects, participants will develop skills in user research, interaction design, prototyping, and design system creation. By the end of the program, students will have a portfolio of IoT design work and be equipped to pursue careers in interaction design, user experience, and product design for the Internet of Things.
Track Overview
Tasks & Milestones
IoT User Research
AdvancedConduct user research to understand the needs and pain points of IoT users.
IoT Interaction Design Exploration
AdvancedExplore and validate interaction design concepts for an IoT product through low-fidelity prototyping.
High-Fidelity IoT Prototype
AdvancedCreate a high-fidelity interactive prototype for an IoT product using industry-standard tools.
IoT Design System Audit
AdvancedConduct an audit of existing IoT products and identify the core components for a design system.
IoT Design System Implementation
AdvancedDevelop and document an IoT design system to ensure consistency across a suite of connected products.
IoT Product Design Capstone
AdvancedDesign a comprehensive IoT product, including user research, interaction design, and design system development.
Prerequisites
- • Proficiency in design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch
- • Understanding of user-centered design principles
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Earn a certificate upon successful completion